Are you a junior paralegal looking to build a long-term career in private client work? Or perhaps you're working in another area of law and keen to retrain into Court of Protection? This is a brilliant opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team where you'll gain hands-on experience and genuine responsibility from day one.
We're working with a well-regarded firm in Birkenhead seeking a Junior Paralegal to join their friendly and collegiate Court of Protection team. Importantly, previous Court of Protection experience is not essential, they are open to candidates looking to retrain from other practice areas, provided you bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a client-focused approach.
You will support Solicitors with a varied caseload of professional deputyships and trusteeships, working closely with clients and their families. The role offers a great mix of legal drafting, financial administration and client interaction. This is a role where accuracy, organisation and empathy really matter.
You might already be a paralegal, or you could be working in another legal discipline and ready to retrain. What's key is your attitude and aptitude.
Essential skills and attributes:
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Proactive and organised
Clear and confident written and verbal communication
Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident using Microsoft Word and Outlook
Comfortable working to deadlines with minimal supervision
Good numeracy skills
Client-focused with an empathetic manner
Reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic
Desirable (but not essential):
A Law degree or related qualification
Previous office experience
Experience with case management systems (e.g. Proclaim)
Experience drafting correspondence
CILEX qualification or equivalent paralegal experience
Why Apply?
Supportive, team-focused environment
Genuine opportunity to retrain into Court of Protection
Varied and meaningful work supporting vulnerable clients
Clear progression potential
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your legal skills in a structured, supportive setting, without needing prior Court of Protection experience, this could be a great next step.
If you'd like to find out more, feel free to get in touch for a confidential chat. Call Justine on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)