Legal Southwest
Our client is a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Bodmin, providing high-quality legal services to individuals and businesses across Cornwall. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a motivated Law Graduate or Paralegal who is seeking a long-term career within a supportive and progressive firm.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to gain hands-on legal experience and develop their career, with genuine prospects for progression and professional development.
The Role:
Working closely with experienced solicitors and legal professionals, you will provide support across a range of legal matters while developing your own technical knowledge and practical skills.
The successful candidate will be involved in:
- Assisting fee earners with the management of client files from instruction through to completion.
- Drafting legal documents, correspondence and forms.
- Conducting legal research and preparing reports and case summaries.
- Liaising with clients, third parties, courts and other professionals.
- Managing diaries, appointments and key deadlines.
- Preparing and organising legal documentation and bundles.
- Opening and closing files and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Maintaining accurate case management records.
- Providing general administrative support to the wider legal team.
Candidate Requirements:
- Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
- Previous paralegal, legal assistant or office experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively.
- Professional and client-focused approach.
- Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- A genuine desire to build a long-term career within the legal profession.
What’s on Offer:
- Excellent training and mentoring from experienced legal professionals.
- Exposure to a broad range of legal work.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Genuine long-term career progression opportunities.
- Potential support towards further legal qualifications and career development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
This role would suit a recent Law Graduate, Legal Assistant or Paralegal looking to establish themselves within a reputable Cornwall-based law firm and build a successful long-term legal career.
Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.
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