Trainee Paralegal

Trainee Paralegal Witney, England

francis george solicitor-advocate ltd
Full Time Witney, England 20000 - 23000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

A fantastic opportunity for someone wishing to start or further a career in the law. We are a fast growing, well respected firm of solicitors with offices in Swindon and Witney. We are looking for a trainee paralegal, to be based in Witney. The role will involve a range of administrative, legal and IT duties and there will be opportunities to train and develop beyond the role for the right candidate.

The main responsibilities will include:

  • Reception duties: answering the phone, managing emails, making appointments and taking payments.
  • Greeting clients into the office.
  • General office management including post and ordering stationary.
  • Support and assistance to departmental fee earners including attending meetings and taking notes.
  • Assisting with casework.
  • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases.
  • Dealing with correspondence.
  • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures.
  • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly.
  • Ensuring compliance with file management.
  • Filing and general admin including photocopying and printing documents for meetings.
  • Typing letters – legal and non-legal.

Skills and Qualities required:

  • Minimum 5 GCSEs, Grade A to C including Maths and English or equivalent. A levels or equivalent. (Degree preferable)
  • Able to use Microsoft Office
  • Some office experience is essential, strong IT skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Teamwork.
  • Good timekeeping, well presented and professional.
  • Able to use own initiative and multi task with a flexible approach to working – will assist in different areas when required.
  • Good organisational skills.

Benefits: Competitive remuneration package.

  • Private healthcare
  • Excellent career progression.
  • Support and training.
  • Bonuses

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £20,000.00-£23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Private medical insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Yearly bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
As per government guidance

Education:

  • A-Level or equivalent (required)

Experience:

  • Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Trainee Paralegal
francis george solicitor-advocate ltd

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