Paralegal Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Job description
Pepperells is a modern, ambitious and dynamic Law Firm with offices in Hull, Scunthorpe, Grimsby, Newcastle, York, Barton, London, Beverley, Willerby and Lincoln.
We specialise in many areas of law such as conveyancing, family, criminal, civil litigation, private client, commercial property and corporate law.
Pepperells offer a comprehensive benefits package along with the exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and growing team.
We are looking for a detail-oriented paralegal to assist our fee earners by supporting the team and have responsibility for her/his own work load. You will be one of the first points of face to face contact with the firm for clients seeking legal help and advice.
Responsibilities:
· General administrative tasks and support including diary management but also filing, printing, scanning, binding and photocopying.
· Drafting legal documents.
· Client correspondence through emails/telephone calls/face to face in the office.
· Conducting research.
· Assisting/shadowing solicitors.
· Managing own caseload and maintaining accurate files in accordance with office procedures.
· Confirming instructions and advice to clients in writing.
Knowledge, Skills Preferred/Required:
· Previous legal work experience.
· A commitment to excellent client care and enthusiasm for working within the legal industry.
· Excellent IT skills particularly with experience in Word, Excel and Outlook.
· Ability to communicate well orally and in writing, including dealing directly with
· clients when required.
· Attention to detail.
· Exceptional organisational skills.
· Numerate.
· Strong team working ethic.
· Effective administrative skills.
· Flexibility
· Accurate and efficient time recording skills.
· Able to identify problems, complaints and risk management.
· Ability to work well under pressure and be proactive.
· Experience in a case management system is desirable, but full training will be given
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,000.00-£21,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Paralegal
