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Application deadline: close of play Monday 16th December 2024We are a long-established law firm based in London specialising in Human Rights.We are looking for a second excellent paralegal to support the work of three very experienced solicitors. All are involved in defending complex criminal cases which extend into parallel areas of legal challenge: ECHR protections particularly the right of political protest and freedom from ill treatment; use of terrorism legislation; extradition; administrative and civil law challenges; undoing of wrongful convictions. It is essential that the applicant shares the firm’s commitment to the protection and enhancement of civil liberties.The main responsibilities of the role will include:– Undertaking legal research. – Assisting with casework. – Attending clients and taking instructions, as well as liaising with counsel, courts and Legal Aid Agency. – Drafting documents, including representations, advice letters and other correspondence, witness statements, and instructions to experts and counsel. – Preparing legal aid applications. – General administration including preparation of court documents and bundles. – File management – First point of contact for incoming telephone enquiries.The applicant will need to be proactive and confident in all aspects of the role and able to progress cases under the supervision of a solicitor.HOURS – Full Time (Monday to Friday) in our Camden office.The salary will depend on skills and experience. The starting salary circa £28k pa.&nbsp;The starting date would ideally be January 2025. This will be a fixed term contract.Please send your CV, covering letter and completed E&amp;D questionnaire which can be found on our website on the careers page to the Practice Manager, Claire Sibley, at <a href="mailto:sibleyc@birnbergpeirce.co.uk" target="_blank">sibleyc@birnbergpeirce.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;Closing Date for applications is close of business on Monday 16th December 2024Person SpecificationApplicants are required to demonstrate that they possess the following attributes: Education and Qualifications Essential  A Law degree or GDL. Desirable  LPC or equivalent. Knowledge and Experience Essential  Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel and Outlook) Desirable  Experience of conducting research  Experience of working in a similar environment and undertaking administrative tasks  Experience of drafting including representations, witness statements, advice letters.  Experience of time-recording and document management systems.  Experience of civil and/or criminal legal aid procedures.  Experience working with vulnerable people. Skills and Abilities – Essential  The ability to communicate with a range of individuals in a professional and personable manner.  The ability to work sensitively and confidentially.  Outstanding attention to detail, ensuring accuracy at all times.  Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to organise own work with minimal supervision.  The ability to use their own initiative and to prioritise own work in response to deadlines.  The successful candidate will be professional, flexible and capable of working independently.  Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to deal with a wide range of people.  Excellent written communication skills and the ability to write clearly and succinctly. Personal Attributes  Commitment to human rights.  Commitment to equal opportunities and the firm’s ethos.  Willingness to undertake any necessary training for the role.  Ability to work as part of a team and to be open-minded and cooperative. &nbsp;We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Paralegal - Human Rights - Birnberg Peirce

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleDepartment/Division: Legal Delivery Centre Duration: 12-month FTC (possibility of move to permanent) Location: UK Reports to:&nbsp;Partner (Head of LDC) and LDC Operations Team Manager Type of Role:&nbsp;HybridReference no: 7412The DepartmentOur Legal Delivery Centre (LDC) is a flexible and scalable paralegal resource for use across all of our UK, Ireland and Middle East offices and across the full spectrum of legal services. Meeting the ever increasing demands for disaggregated legal services, the LDC offers an exciting opportunity for development and the chance to undertake chargeable work that is challenging and engaging. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team that is integral to the firm's strategy, whilst benefiting from being able to work remotely and flexibly.Winner of the 2019 and 2020 National Paralegal Awards best law firm for paralegal development and finalist in 2021, Dentons offers fabulous opportunities for paralegals.&nbsp;Dentons is embracing the SQE route to qualification. Not only can your work experience count towards QWE but for successful internal applicants we are also offering a unique opportunity for development, including financial sponsorship, through our QualiFLY programme. QualiFLY is an enhanced 18 month programme designed to provide the business with a pipeline of exceptional talent whilst ensuring that the experience and training gained by the paralegal is comparable to the more traditional training contract route.We are presently looking for bright, ambitious and enthusiastic paralegals from across the UK to join our innovative LDC.&nbsp;The RoleMeeting the ever increasing demands for disaggregated legal services, the LDC offers an exciting opportunity for development and the chance to undertake work that is varied, challenging and engaging. Predominantly dedicated to the structured finance team within the firm's Banking group, this role offers excellent, high quality paralegal experience together with exposure across the firm and to some of the firm's major clients.&nbsp;This is a great opportunity to join a growing team that is integral to the firm's strategy, whilst benefiting from being able to work flexibly.&nbsp;This is a hybrid role and attendance to our London office 2-3 times a week is required.&nbsp;ResponsibilitiesYou will work as part of a team to deliver paralegal support to our Structured Finance Banking team. This will include:<ul><li>Using precedents to draft basic structured finance documentation</li><li>Managing and keeping organised draft documentation</li><li>Assisting with the co-ordination of and preparation for the closing of transactions</li><li>Assisting with any post completion registrations or other steps that may be needed</li><li>Responsibility for producing transaction bibles and distributing original documents at the end of transactions&nbsp;</li><li>Liaising with clients and counterparties in a timely, courteous and professional manner</li><li>Drafting emails and correspondence on behalf of fee earners</li><li>Undertaking legal research, including reviewing standard loan documents and preparing and/or reviewing due diligence reports on underlying assets</li><li>Providing administrative support to fee earners</li><li>Filing and maintaining correspondence and documentation</li></ul>Required experience, skills, and attributes<ul><li>A qualification in law, minimum 2.1 (Degree, Graduate Diploma in Law);&nbsp;</li><li>LPC or equivalent (preferred but not essential);</li><li>Previous Banking paralegal experience;</li><li>Demonstrable interest in Structured Finance;</li><li>Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office (especially Word, Excel and Outlook);</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure and to very tight deadlines (essential);</li><li>Ability to organise, prioritise and multi-task;</li><li>Ability to work accurately with excellent attention to detail;</li><li>Demonstrate drive and initiative;</li><li>Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to deal effectively with Partners and professionals across the firm;</li><li>Sociable and a good team player. &nbsp;</li></ul>Firm ProfileAcross more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. <a href="http://www.dentons.com/" target="_blank">www.dentons.com</a>Inclusion and DiversityWe are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: <a href="https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/inclusion-and-diversity" target="_blank">Inclusion and Diversity</a>.Equal OpportunitiesDentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.If you have any questions about this or the role criteria, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment.matters@dentons.com" target="_blank">recruitment.matters@dentons.com</a>.&nbsp;NO AGENCIES PLEASEIf you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email &nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment.matters@dentons.com" target="_blank">recruitment.matters@dentons.com</a>. Enquiries only please – applications will not be accepted via email.Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.

Paralegal - Structured Finance - Dentons

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