Job Description
Job Title: Graduate Corporate ParalegalLocation: Sheffield City CentreSalary: £28,000 Per AnnumContract: Full Time, PermanentWho we are:CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.About the business:CRA Legal are recruiting on behalf of a reputable firm who are experts in their field. As market leaders in their area of expertise our client works with some of the worlds leading companies and having an exciting opportunity for a corporate/commercial paralegal candidate to join the team. You will be joining an experienced team with a wealth of experience to draw from.A unique structure puts each employee at the heart of the firm with agile working an integrated part of this firm also. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced corporate/commercial paralegal or a 1st class graduate from a red brick university.If successful, you will perform the following role
* Supporting senior fee earners with a caseload of shareholder plan files
* Advising clients on their legal related matters
* Assisting with complex legal transactions, including tax-advantaged plans, share ownership and executive rewards
* Overseeing a portfolio of international clients
* Drafting legal documents and correspondence
* Document management
* Assisting department colleagues with research and administration support
* Attending to clients on the telephone and in person
* Storage and retrieval of client files/documents in line with filing systems
* Time recording
* Setting up new files accurately and speedily in line with company procedures
* Ensuring confidentiality and security of the company and client documentation and/or information
* Understanding and applying the firm's money laundering, regulatory and compliance procedures
To apply, you will be required to meet the following criteria:
* Must have a 1st class LLB degree from a red brick university and a strong academic background
* Keen interest in corporate law
How to apply:If this vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Miles Lomas who is managing this vacancy, email me on Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at jobsAdditional Information:CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.This vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.