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FBC Manby Bowdler are rated first locally in EVERY area of expertise, by our clients, on ReviewSolicitors. We are based in the heart of the Black Country, Shropshire and Worcestershire serving clients nationally.We are looking to recruit an experienced Paralegal to join our busy team in our Wolverhampton office.As a Private Client Paralegal your responsibilities will include:Liaising with clients and colleagues in a professional manner.Supporting fee earners with setting up of Trusts and other Private Client matters.Previous Private Client experience in a Paralegal role is desirable, as well as close attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a passion for customer service and putting the client first.We are a firm that puts our people first, you can expect:Regular, structured performance and career conversations.30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.We offer paid maternity leave, adoption leave and paternity leave.We have a full menopause policy.We support employees undergoing IVF or fertility treatment.RewardHub+ retail discounts for our employees, along with access to online gym sessions, wellbeing, Employee Assistance Programme, financial wellbeing and more.We fund eye care, dental care, specialist consultations, physiotherapy, mental health support and more

Private Client Paralegal

Role: Family ParalegalLeading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Family Paralegals for highly sought permanent position.Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our clients accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001-2013 accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.Family &amp; Children Department Background: Our clients Family &amp; Children department is ranked and recognised by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for family and matrimonial work, providing confidential advice with effective representation. The family team includes practitioners who have achieved the Law Societys Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring their clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity.In addition, our clients Family department is experienced in assisting high net worth individuals in divorce matters with specialist divorce solicitors with expertise in domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, prohibitive steps orders, specific issues orders, injunctions, spousal and child maintenance, properties, pensions and freezing injunctions.The RoleMain Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Report directly to Department Director</li><li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients needs</li><li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Family matters (LAA Funded and Private client work) as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li><li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li><li>Dealing with correspondence</li><li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li><li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li><li>Attending conferences and court</li><li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li><li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li><li>Ensuring compliance with file management</li></ul>Key Skills Required <ul><li>Demonstrate passion and legal experience in a broad range of Family &amp; Children Law</li><li>A strong academic background with a Law degree</li><li>Clear understanding and application of Family &amp; Children Law</li><li>Business acumen and the ability to market the Company</li><li>Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people</li><li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance.</li><li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li></ul>This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required.On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy.About Gemini Recruitment:Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.If you are keen to begin your career with a firm thats committed to training a new generation of Solicitors, apply now for one of our agents to contact you.The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve.The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role.By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&amp;C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at website.

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