Paralegal
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Position Overview & Specifications
RKB Law Solicitors, a specialist civil liberties and public law firm, are looking for a Paralegal who has ideally completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) to join us in the Community Care and Court of Protection team.
The candidate will have a strong academic background, a wish to pursue a career in human rights and public law and good interpersonal skills.
The role will include supporting solicitors with preparation of case work, taking client instructions, attending court and completing Legal Aid forms.
This role will be a full time and would be ideal for a graduate of law looking to expand their skill set and gain invaluable experience of working in a specialist civil liberties firm.
The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate with examples, the following skill set:
- Proficient in Excel and Word format documents.
- Using own initiative and working within a team where required.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
- Drafting legal documents such as witness statements and client instructions.
- Good interpersonal skills and smart appearance.
- Flexible approach to assist/cover other positions and duties when required.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £16,000.00 to £20,000.00 /year
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
All clients are required to wear face masks
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Paralegal
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 RKB Law Solicitors'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 £18,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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