Paralegal

Paralegal - Multidisciplinary Law Firm

Location: PetersfieldSalary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annumJob Type: Full-time, Office-based

About the Firm

We are a well-established, multidisciplinary law firm based in Petersfield, offering a broad range of legal services to individuals and businesses. Our practice areas include Residential Property, Private Client, Family Law, Conveyancing, Dispute Resolution, and Private Client Litigation. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, client-focused legal support in a collaborative and professional environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to develop their legal career within a supportive and diverse practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal support across multiple departments, including Residential Property, Family, and Private Client.
• Assist with case preparation, document drafting, and legal research.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and third parties in a professional and timely manner.
• Manage case files, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with firm procedures.
• Support solicitors with administrative and procedural tasks throughout the case lifecycle.
• Prepare and review legal documents such as contracts, wills, and conveyancing forms.

Requirements

• A legal qualification (e.g., LLB or equivalent) is essential.
• A legal qualification (e.g., LPC, SQE, CILeX or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm is essential (1+ year preferred).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• A legal qualification (e.g., LLB, LPC, or equivalent) is desirable but not essential. This is NOT a training contract, but made lead to one in the future of the successful candidate.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £25,000 - £28,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive team.
• Exposure to a wide range of legal disciplines.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Friendly and professional office environment in the heart of Petersfield.
• Partners of the firm have an "Open Door" policy offer excellent support and expertise exposure

To apply for the Paralegal position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position or reach out to Mark Watts at Reed Guildford, your local legal specialist consultant.