Our Public Law & Human Rights team in Sheffield is recruiting for a paralegal. This position would suit a well‑motivated individual who has a genuine interest in working within Public Law & Human Rights.
Requirements
* Hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent.
* Preferably, but not essentially, have some paralegal or public law work experience, particularly within the above areas (other areas of law would be advantageous but not essential).
* Have excellent client care skills and a sensitive, sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs.
* Have excellent analytical and organisational skills in order to take a thorough approach to documenting work.
* Be IT literate and have great attention to detail.
* Be able to operate independently and as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.
* Have a working knowledge, or at least a basic understanding, of legal aid systems.
* Be willing to work in our Sheffield office and to travel to visit clients when required.
* Be prepared to undertake a casework focused role in a fast‑paced team, assisting the solicitor or legal executive with conduct of the case.
Benefits
* 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays – you can buy up to 35hrs of extra holiday.
* Generous and flexible pension schemes.
* Volunteering days – two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid).
* Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.
Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
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