Paralegal – French Legal Services, Bury St Edmunds
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Closing Date: 06 January 2026
Salary: To be discussed
Specific Hours: Our core office hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Flexible working options can be discussed.
We are looking for a French‑speaking Paralegal to join us in providing support to our fee earners in the French Legal team, while managing your own caseload.
What You Will Be Doing
* Drafting legal documentation, including wills and legal opinions
* Taking responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of appropriate property‑related matters
* Chasing / liaising with clients and other parties, such as estate agents, for key information when necessary
* Handling client queries and arranging appointments as appropriate
* Assisting with report writing related to properties for clients
* Preparing forms and paperwork as needed
* Maintaining direct contact with clients and other lawyers via face‑to‑face meetings, telephone calls, emails, and letters
* Using legal knowledge to take instructions from clients and give reasoned advice tailored to their needs
* Handling new enquiries from potential clients
* Maintaining an efficient diary system using Outlook / case‑management system and highlighting milestone dates
* Updating to‑do lists daily and notifying fee earners
* Using initiative to progress matters as appropriate
* Organising instructions and managing case workflow
* Providing other casework assistance as requested
* Discussing issues within the team to foster development
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
* High level of fluency in spoken and written French and English
* Experience with French law and English law preferred
* Excellent communication skills (telephone or face‑to‑face with internal and external clients)
* Ability to explain legal concepts to clients clearly
* Strong organisational and time‑management skills
* Strong team‑playing ability
* Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
* Courteous and efficient telephone manner
* Well‑developed interpersonal skills and empathy toward clients
* Flexible approach, working with others when necessary
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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