Job Description
Junior Paralegal
Salary: £23,000-£26,000Location: BedfordJob Type: Full-time
We are seeking a motivated Junior Paralegal with experience in a commercial law firm. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure across legal work, office administration, and business development, supporting a busy legal team.
Key Responsibilities
Legal & Administrative Support
* Assist fee-earners with matters relating to business and commercial law, commercial property, and litigation.
* Manage client communications, including handling incoming calls and correspondence.
* Complete a range of administrative tasks such as opening physical and electronic files, preparing invoices, taking meeting minutes, and updating systems including SharePoint and Clio case management.
* Ensure accurate filing and maintenance of documents within the Legal Department’s database and folders.
Team Coordination & Reporting
* Provide regular project status updates to the Legal Director.
* Participate in team meetings and liaise with other group businesses to support collaborative working.
Business Support
* Support the implementation of new business processes.
* Contribute to business development initiatives in partnership with the Business Consultant and Business Operations Officer.
* Build strong, proactive working relationships with clients and partner businesses
Required Skills & Qualifications
* 6–24 months’ experience within a commercial law firm.
* Solid understanding of business and commercial law.
* Proficiency with legal case management software (e.g., SharePoint, Clio).
* Excellent organisational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
* Strong ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
* Proactive approach to managing workloads and meeting deadlines.
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
To apply for this Junior Paralegal position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role, or call Ella at Reed Milton Keynes office for more information.