Slater and Gordon are a leading law firm and our mission is to give people access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case.
We are currently recruiting for a talented Paralegal to join our award winning team in Scotland, assisting with fee earners with claims. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about the work they do, the service they provide and getting the best results for their clients.
Please note: As part of this role it is also expected to take new enquiry calls from potential clients and assist with onboarding them.
Responsibilities
* Provide legal and administrative support to fee earner(s) on their client matters.
* Take new enquiry calls from potential clients and assist with onboarding them.
* Manage a high volume of work, provided by multiple Lawyers. Adapt to the individual needs of a number of lawyers, each with their own priorities and ways of working.
* Work in fast paced environment whilst maintaining quality of output.
* Produce complex documents, briefs and witness statements through plain English (verbal and written communication). Research and apply an understanding of the law within own Practice Group.
* Ensure efficient file management including adherence to timescales, compliance with precedents, letters or documents on the case management system with appropriate supervision.
* Support Senior Lawyers with meetings with clients, counsel and expert witnesses.
About You
* Knowledge and understanding of basic legal concepts learnt from legal education such as undergraduate law, LLM, LPC, GDL or ILEX study; or equivalent work experience; or successful completion of the Paralegal Apprenticeship scheme.
* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite and relevant practice and business IT systems, particularly Mattersphere and Aderant.
* Excellent typing skills
* Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to think logically and analytically.
* Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders.
* Commercially aware and highly motivated
* Good attention to detail;
* Excellent time management and organisational skills;
What We Offer
We offer a hybrid working environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday allowance plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection insurance.
Our company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees and provide support to clients from all over the country.
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