Paralegal London, England
Job description
Cover letters must be submitted in addition to CVs.
About us
Diamond Holdings is a small business in London, Greater London. We are professional and agile.
We are looking to fill this position with an immediate start date. Applications before the end date are encouraged.
About the Position
We are looking for a candidate with strong legal experience, ideally with knowledge in law on trusts. Preferably having completed the LPC or BVS course. You will support a high-profile client, held on remand facing allegations of financial crime, therefore, confidentiality and discretion are paramount. Hours averaging 25 hours per week – these can be worked flexibly, so long as deadlines are adhered to.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Law, additionally completed LPC or BVS course expected.
The role involves supporting the client in-house on several different proceedings across multiple jurisdictions.
Job Description:
· The ability to work independently, as well as with outside Counsel.
· The ability to work closely and take instructions from a high-profile client.
· The ability to take initiative in document review and tasks for case preparation, case progression and ad hoc tasks throughout the life cycle of a case.
· Strong organisational skills and ability to take responsibility for workload.
· One prison visit will be expected per week (B-CAT, HMP Wandsworth).
Skills and Experience
· Strong organisational skills (Essential).
· Approachable, helpful and works well taking instruction (Essential).
· Attention to detail (Essential).
· Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines (Essential).
· Excellent IT skills (Essential).
· LPC/BVS expected (Essential).
· Experience of working within the area of private client (Desirable).
· At least 1 year’s Paralegal experience (Essential).
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Part-time hours: 25 per week
Salary: £25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- London, Greater London (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 16/08/2023
Expected start date: 23/08/2023
