Paralegal
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Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting opportunity for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our accountancy firm on a full-time basis to work on Private Client matters including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney applications, and Probate applications. We are looking for a bright, motivated, and independent individual who is keen to learn and gain a wealth of experience. From an early stage you will be encouraged, under supervision, to have direct client contact as well as drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney applications, and other associated matters. You will also be expected to undertake company secretarial tasks in order to support the work of the wider firm. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, an excellent attention to detail, and will be confident in managing their own workload.
Your role will include:
- Drafting Wills
- Completing Lasting Powers of Attorney applications
- Drafting correspondence with clients
- Drafting invoices for clients
- Assisting with Probate applications
- Assisting the Company Secretary in carrying out their role
- General administrative tasks
- Research tasks
Requirements:
- Legal experience in Private Client work is preferred however training will be provided.
- Law degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Private Client Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Essential Skills:
-Organisational skills
-Strong attention to detail
-Excellent communication skills
-Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
PLEASE APPLY WITH YOUR CV AND A COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. Anticipated start date of mid-July 2023.
*Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis*
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Paralegal roles across Cheesmans's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,000 - £26,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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