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SalaryStep into an extraordinary opportunity to join the distinguished ranks of an International Law Firm located in Cheltenham. As a valued member of their esteemed Private Client department, your skills and expertise can contribute significantly to enhancing the firm's stellar reputation.
Immerse yourself in a positive and supportive work environment that actively encourages individuals to showcase their extensive skills.
What's Waiting for You?
- Comprehensive Income Protection
- Lucrative Bonus Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Opportunities for International Secondments
- Sight Tests/Glasses Discounts
- Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
- 27 days of annual leave (plus public holidays)
- Access to the Happy People/Perks at Work benefits portal
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance
- 1/3 Gym Membership Contribution
- Flu Vaccinations
Requirements:
- Previous experience within a paralegal role is desirable
- Excellent organizational capability with meticulous attention to detail
- Proactive self-starter demonstrating a willingness to learn and manage a growing workload
- Client-service focused
- Strong IT skills with accurate typing capability
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with the ability to offer support to peers
- Legal qualification, preferably post LPC or working towards it
Responsibilities:
- Managing aspects of files overseen by qualified Solicitors and undertaking routine legal tasks under supervision
- Executing legal processes such as routine file management, including file opening and billing
- Diary management for the senior lawyer you are supporting to ensure timely meeting of all deadlines
- Drafting legal documents using appropriate precedents and templates
- Conducting legal research, presenting results accurately and promptly
- Providing legal support to the designated senior lawyer, acting as a legal resource as needed
- Active involvement with the Paralegal and Trainee (PT) group, attending networking events or careers fairs to offer support
- Actively promoting the firm through social media channels like Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook
- Ensuring all work complies with risk management policies and procedures in line with GDPR
- Liaising with trust lawyers and probate colleagues
- Handling income tax reporting on trusts and estates
- Preparing trust and estate accounts
- Registering and maintaining trust records on HMRC’s Trust Register
- Supporting with trust accounts, personal tax returns, and setting up TRS records
- Liaising with executors, trustees, beneficiaries, government and financial institutions, and other professional advisors
Intrigued by this Opportunity?
Feel free to reach out to me for a confidential chat, and I will be delighted to provide further details.
Email: ben@douglas-scott.co.uk
Call: 0117 284 2120
