Location: 1 day per month in our Poole office
About Woodstock Legal Services:
Woodstock Legal Services isn’t your typical law firm. We’re breaking the mold – ditching the jargon, delivering expert advice, and doing things differently in the legal world. We've gathered our wisdom from years of legal experience and paired it with a willingness to break the mold.
At Woodstock, you’ll be part of a people-first culture where ideas are welcomed, collaboration is second nature, and your contribution really matters. We invest in our internal teams because we know they’re the engine that keeps everything running and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built together.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal to join a fast-paced team specialising in landlord and tenant and debt recovery matters. Working closely with the Conducting Solicitor, you will play a hands-on role in managing cases from instruction through to enforcement, ensuring they progress efficiently and to a high standard.
You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work, contribute to the team’s commercial success, and deliver a responsive, client-focused service. This role offers excellent exposure to a varied caseload, making it ideal for someone looking to develop their expertise while working within a collaborative and performance-driven environment.
Responsibilities
1. Case Management
* Support the Conducting Solicitor with a caseload of possession matters (both standard and defended) and debt recovery cases from initial instruction through to enforcement.
* Proactively manage and progress files, ensuring adherence to court deadlines and client service level agreements.
* Deliver clear, practical, and commercially focused legal support.
* Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date file notes, along with precise time recording.
2. Commercial Performance
* Work towards agreed monthly billing targets.
* Ensure all time is recorded accurately and consistently to support billing processes.
* Monitor work in progress and facilitate timely invoicing.
* Ensure disbursements are billed correctly and highlight any outstanding invoices.
4. Legislative & Technical Awareness
* Keep up to date with developments in landlord and tenant law, including changes arising from the Renters’ Rights Act.
* Undertake continuous professional development to enhance technical knowledge.
* Escalate or report any relevant legislative or regulatory changes impacting active matters.
What You'll Bring
* Proven experience in landlord and tenant matters
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Experience in debt recovery is a plus
* Commercial awareness and understanding of billing practices
* High level of accountability and ownership of work
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to work effectively within targets and deadlines
* A collaborative, team-focused mindset
Interview Process
* Introductory call with our Talent team
* 1:1 with the Hiring Manager
* Case study exercise
* Values interview
* We offer!
UK Benefits:
✈️ 33 days’ annual leave (25 + bank holidays) plus your birthday off
🎄 Extended Christmas holiday
💰 Pension contribution
☮️ Give back - support a good cause with a charity day each year
⛳️ Regular socials/team events
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