Ellis Jones Solicitors are looking for a self‑motivated Paralegal with a positive attitude to join our very busy but friendly Canford Cliffs office. This role is a full‑time position and would suit someone who would enjoy working in a challenging, busy and professional environment.
Join Ellis Jones and you will be working within a dynamic and challenging environment with a fun and supportive culture, providing a high quality service to our clients. Our culture supports and encourages your career development with real opportunities to progress throughout the firm. Carla Brown is Head of Department and a recommended Lawyer in The Legal 500 UK 2025 for Wills, Trusts & Probate highlighted for 'her excellent client service, knowledge and expertise in the area of trusts and tax, and proactivity in providing advice.'
The role will involve drafting legal documents and correspondence following advice provided by the team’s lawyers, progressing files and liaising with clients, institutions and colleagues as necessary.
The ideal candidate does not need experience within a Wills, Trusts and Probate department (although that would be preferred) however they must have exceptional attention to detail and great inter‑personal skills as it involves close communication with other members of the team and our clients, including high net worth individuals. The candidate should be able to juggle busy workloads and be able to use their own initiative, as well as collaborate as part of a team.
The successful candidate should have at least one of the following;
* Law degree
* LPC
* Studying towards a CILEX qualification
* Or previous experience as a Legal Secretary and has a desire to take the next step
Ellis Jones is a progressive and expanding legal practice with over 180 staff and offices across Dorset, Hampshire and London. Our culture supports and encourages your career development, and this role presents a real opportunity to progress through the firm. We have clearly defined career progression which is based on a range of different competencies so that there is something to motivate everyone.
We offer a market rate salary dependent on experience and there is a big emphasis at Ellis Jones on rewarding staff and we are continually reviewing our staff benefits, and initiative to motivate staff. Our staff benefits currently include above average holiday (31 days incl. bank holidays), an option of a gym membership, extra pension contributions, extra holiday or a Healthcare Cashback Scheme. We also have other benefits such as a monthly Ellis Jones day where breakfast is provided, regular socials, sporting, and charity events.
Ellis Jones is a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. As part of the firm’s commitment to the Covenant, we welcome applications from and guarantee interviews with veterans and Military Spouses/Partners who meet the criteria within this job specification. For further information about our firm’s commitments given under the Covenant, please see our website.
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