Are you keen to find an exciting new role where you will be part of a dynamic, forward‑thinking, agile team? If so, come and join us on the journey.
Why Michelmores?
Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help enterprises and individuals navigate change to find a positive future.
We are a flexible, friendly and inclusive organisation with a clear focus on fresh thinking, growth and success. We value and nurture people’s potential and aspiration and give them a creative, open and collaborative environment that encourages career development.
Whatever your legal experience, you’ll find Michelmores different. From day one, we encourage our Paralegals to feel truly part of the team they support and the wider firm. Our people are approachable, collaborative and central to a culture that is friendly, flexible and growth‑oriented.
What sort of work?
Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Residential Property team in our Exeter office. This will include:
* Assisting a Senior Associate, including preparing legal reports from antecedent documents and typing your own correspondence, communicating with clients and third parties throughout.
* Providing efficient and effective support, aiming to meet all targets in respect of exchange and completion deadlines.
* Attending meetings with clients where necessary and updating clients and third parties on all active matters whenever required.
* Maintaining effective communication with colleagues across the firm, as required.
* Maintaining time recording on client matters on a daily basis in accordance with the firm’s procedures.
* Managing files diligently, reviewing each regularly.
* Complying with internal policies, procedures, ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
* Ensuring confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information.
Why this team?
The Residential Property Team is the leading property team in the South West. The team is renowned for offering the very best client service, with many clients returning for subsequent property purchases. We set ourselves apart by giving a personal approach to help clients at every stage of the conveyancing process. The team is always on hand to give practical advice and strives to ensure the process is as stress‑free as possible, putting clients’ needs at the heart of our work.
How do we work?
We take a flexible, agile approach to working patterns. As a team we agree on the best working arrangements that enable each of us to provide exceptional client service, collaborate, connect with colleagues and achieve the right home/work balance.
We are open to talking about flexible working and empower any candidate to propose a pattern that meets their needs.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for somebody who will understand our values and thrive in our culture. The role is based from our Exeter office and the ideal candidate will have:
* Previous experience of working within residential conveyancing.
* Experience using a case management system.
* The ability to run own files with minimal supervision.
* Experience working in a process‑driven environment, meeting deadlines and providing excellent client service to both external and internal clients.
* Excellent organisational skills, demonstrable multi‑tasking and an ability to juggle competing priorities and work well under pressure.
* Excellent IT skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Other skills required:
* Excellent interpersonal skills; effective communication at all levels (written and verbal).
* A commercial, pro‑active ‘can‑do’ and professional approach to work.
* Flexibility, successfully adapting to changing demands and conditions.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* A team player who interacts well with others in a sensitive and effective way.
* Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the use of discretion.
* Self‑motivated, committed to working towards goals with strong enthusiasm and career commitment.
* Self‑confidence, initiative and innovative thinking.
Next Steps
To apply please click below or, if you would like to talk to someone about the role, please call Sarah McLean in our Recruitment Team on 07544 555106.
Michelmores LLP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender, marital status, age, religion, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation in the selection, recruitment and treatment of our staff.
View our Inclusion and Belonging pages for more information.
As part of our recruitment policy, all candidates are subject to pre‑employment screening checks, including DBS screening, adverse media checks, financial screening, verification of employment history, right to work in the UK and relevant qualifications and memberships. For more information, please contact the recruitment team at careers@michelmores.com.
*No agencies please – any agency assistance will be via invitation only. Please note that speculative candidates submitted via agencies without invitation will not be considered as represented by that agent.
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