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With over 200 years of experience, Buckles Solicitors LLP is an award-winning firm, that provides world-class client experience and services on a comprehensive range of legal services to both businesses and individuals in the UK and internationally.

Delivering effective and cost-efficient legal solutions from our offices based in Cambridge, London, Nottingham, Peterborough, Stamford, Paris and Milan.

We recognise that all this is possible due to our team of highly dedicated, enthusiastic professionals across our locations. We pride ourselves on providing a positive work environment where independent thinking and new ideas are actively encouraged and where every member of the team genuinely can make a difference.

Buckles carries the LawNet Mark of Excellence and is Investor in People Gold accredited.

We are excited to be recruiting an experienced Paralegal within our Private Client team in our Stamford Office.

Please note some travel will be required for business development, meetings and training purposes.

Private Client Paralegal Role:

Paralegals are key members of the legal team whose work can range from proactive interaction with clients, and administrative and legal secretarial tasks to legal research.

Ideally, candidates should have sound technical knowledge, commercial awareness and the ability to develop strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.

Working under the close supervision and direction of an experienced lawyer, the successful candidate will support the department and the firm.

Responsibilities of a Private Client Paralegal:

• Draft correspondence/documents for approval by relevant legal professionals.
• Uses IT systems and other resources to effectively improve efficiency, quality and service levels.
• Actively raise the profile of the firm within the chosen marketplace and conduct oneself in business and personal life in a manner which does not adversely affect the reputation of the firm.
• Delivery of individual fee targets with minimal supervision.
• Ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and building appropriate relationships with clients.
• Adherence to agreed quality procedures and management systems.
• Continually develop technical and non-technical skills to meet client and firm requirements and demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work.

Skills and Experience for Private Client Paralegal:

• Minimum of a 2:1 or equivalent in a relevant professional qualifications
• Previous experience as a Paralegal or similar
• Desirable – previous experience working within Private Client
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Appropriate empathic qualities have given the nature of the work
• Working knowledge of case management systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Professional business-like appearance and conduct.
• A strong team player with a motivational hands-on approach with the ability to identify and deliver what is required.
• Uses initiative, drives, plans and organises own time and workload to meet deadlines and prioritise work.
• A measured and rational approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to deliver under pressure and maintain a high level of performance in assigned areas of work.
• Flexibility to respond quickly and effectively.
• Deals confidently and diplomatically with clients and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrates integrity and congruence when dealing with people.

Reward and development

Buckles recognise the success of every employee; working with you to ensure you have what you need to maximise your potential and develop your career.

Alongside a host of development, professionally and personally, we offer some fantastic benefits, which include;

• 25 days annual leave and birthdays off,
• Vouchers for big life events, from marriage to children (grandparents included!)
• Gym schemes depending on location
• High street discounts
• Bonus scheme
• On spot rewards
• Suit of health and well-being offerings
• Enhanced pension
• Buy additional holiday

To apply

Please submit a CV and cover letter to [email protected]

We are an equal opportunity and disability-inclusive employer, and value diversity across the firm. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or parental or caring status.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email [email protected]