Job Overview A new opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal (all levels of experience to be considered) to join our Children Law Department in Lincoln. The successful candidate should ideally have prior experience working in a Family/Children Law Department. To be successful for this role, you will present a professional image at all times to clients and collaborators, be well presented, confident and have first class communication skills. You will be hard working and able to work to tight deadlines. We have a large, thriving Children Law Department represented in all eight offices. The position is full time and is based in Lincoln although some flexibility may be required to work in our other office locations. Activities will include, but are not limited to the following:- - Assisting with delegated tasks in primarily public children law cases (parents and Guardians) and some private cases - Managing files using the Proclaim Case Management System (training will be provided). - Attending out of office meetings relating to Children (PLO) matters. - Summarising and drafting documents. - Seeing clients to take statements - Forging links with and maintaining links with local referral agencies, for example Women’s Aid, Citizens Advice Bureau. - Assisting other members of the Family Department when required. Experience Required - IT skills, including Word, Outlook and Excel. - Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, good written skills are essential with close attention to detail. - High standard of organisational skills required for file management and diary management. - Ability to use initiative. - A friendly, positive and proactive approach. - A full UK driving licence. Desirable Skills - A knowledge of Proclaim Case Management System is advantageous. Benefits package - 25 days annual leave - Staff discount - Staff suggestion scheme - Annual Holiday Sale/Purchase scheme - Employee benefit platform membership - Life Assurance - Staff events - Flexible working We are not currently using agencies to fill this post Company Overview Ringrose Law Solicitors are a Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire firm that has been providing a service to clients for over 100 years. However, we have actively pursued change over the last 5 years to ensure we are a leading Law firm in today’s market. Our position as a pre-eminent private client and commercial firm has been strengthened in the last few years by a growing reputation for helping SME’s and Owner Managed Businesses. We pride ourselves on our approachability, pragmatism and being able to provide advice and support across all aspects of a business.