Family Private Paralegal – Manchester

Job title:

Family Private Paralegal – Manchester

Company:

Simpson Judge

Job description

Are you looking for a role in a friendly, professional established family law team comprising 10 lawyers & support staff? Our highly specialised department advises clients in all areas of family law. In public law: parents, & other family members, and guardians working on cases involving protecting children from harm. This new role in private law: you will be involved in children matters following divorce, separation, or dissolution of a civil partnership. There will be opportunity to gain experience in financial disputes & remedies as well as conduct non molestation / injunction cases. Your role will require an ability to advise to clients and other professionals, a high level of organisation and the ability to work on multiple matters in different disciplines within family law. There is good opportunity for career progression either as a paralegal or in the future to solicitor apprentice.You will benefit from:· Competitive salary· An excellent holiday package: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and the firm closes 1pm Christmas Eve until 2nd January· Pension scheme· Panel courses mandatory for the Law Society Accreditation paid for· Excellent sick pay package· Cycle scheme· Flexible working arrangements considered· Eye test vouchersOther benefits· A professional, friendly team that values collaboration and teamwork· Monthly, company provided, “boardroom beers” (with alternatives for drivers)· Practicing certificates, DBS checks, Panel memberships / re-accreditations paid for· Rewards for introduction of work from family / friends· Departmental “outings” – weekend walks, pub quizzes: an excellent chance to get to know colleagues· Graduate solicitor apprenticeships for those working to SQE 1 & 2 subject to business needs.Your role will include· Liaising with clients, 3rd parties & client support workers as well as internal teams in a courteous &helpful manner.· Handling client queries & casework in private law· Attending upon clients – first instructions & subsequently· Routine non chargeable case work, effective time recording and file management in a paper lite system· Effective use of CCMS and data entry in the practice management system· All aspects of public funded work but with the ability to service privately funded casesYou will have:· Excellent organisational skills and a committed attitude.· A clear commitment to legal aid work· An ability to communicate clearly and good telephone manner· The ability to deal with vulnerable clients in a sensitive manner & a sympathetic understanding of client’s needs.· Use of initiative· Effective time management and the ability to manage multiple deadlines· A working knowledge of the areas of law.· Excellent IT skills· Strong academic background with a law degreeFull nameEmail addressMessageUpload CVUpload your CV/resume or any other relevant file. Max. file size: 50 MB. Are you human?Get in touchAt Simpson Judge, we specialise in recruitment for Accountancy & Finance, Legal, Systems & IT, and Interim & Temporary roles. We take a personalised approach to each client and candidate, ensuring that we deliver tailored recruitment solutions to suit your needs. Whether you’re a business looking to secure top talent or a professional seeking your next career step, our expert consultants are here to help. Reach out to us today, and let’s discuss how we can support your goals with our industry expertise and commitment to excellence.

Expected salary

Location

Manchester

Job date

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:14:38 GMT

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