Legal Recruitment & Executive Search Specialist
Contract
Full-Time
Our client is a prestigious London law firm – they are now looking to recruit a Paralegal to join their busy and expanding Construction team in London on a 6 or 12 month FTC.
You will ideally have Construction experience gained from a recognised law firm. Previous experience in Commercial Real Estate/Development will also be considered.
The standard hours are 9.30am to 5.30pm. The salary on offer is up to £30,000 FTE + Benefits. You will be working in their office for 3 days a week, 2 from home (flexibility where required).
This is a great Paralegal opportunity to join one of London’s most prestigious law firms!
Responsibilities as a Paralegal:
• Conduct research and communicate findings to Partners and other Fee Earners
• Track projects, tasks assignments and reports to ensure they are running within set timescales
• Liaise with clients in person, by telephone and in writing, offering clear and concise information
• Arrange meetings and chase parties for information and follow up on case matters
• Prepare and draft legal documentation for sign off
• Proofread documents on behalf of other Fee Earners
• Write letters and emails to clients
• Scheduling of large volumes of documents received as part of a transaction
Requirements as a Paralegal:
• Previous Construction experience in a Paralegal role is ideal
• Experience of working within a Real Estate/Development department would be advantageous
• Competent on all MS Office packages
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pick up new systems and procedures quickly