Paralegal Assistant - Private Client - New !
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Position Overview & Specifications
Our client is a well-established friendly firm of solicitors’ based in one of the most sought-after locations in York’s city centre and they are looking for a keen motivated individual to join our Life Planning team!
This niche practice deals with Property and Life Planning which has seen considerable growth over the last few years. Working with them in York offers a great work/life balance in a friendly team-oriented environment.
They are looking for a graduate paralegal to join our busy Life Planning Department dealing with a broad range of private client work including Wills, Trusts, Probate and Powers of Attorney and be an integral part of the team. Our preferred candidate will have:
- some legal knowledge about private client work through studies and / or work experience;
- some work experience in a law firm;
- excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
- good IT knowledge.
You will be assisting in a busy department working closely with our experienced Life Planning team and gaining a broad range of experience in all aspects of our work including direct client contact. Training will be given where necessary and some prior experience would be an advantage.
This post is office-based and full-time.
They offer :-
- A competitive salary;
- A generous bonus scheme;
- Workplace Pension scheme;
- Organised social and team events;
We are seeking a recent law graduate, preferably with substantial office experience to join their super friendly firm.
Our Ref 37/23
Salary is negotiable and dependable upon experience
Stephenson Jones Legal aim to respond to all successful applicants within 7 working days
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Salary: £18,000.00-£22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- York: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 37/23
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 Assistant - Private Client - New ! roles across Stephenson Jones Legal Recruitment'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 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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