We have a new opportunity for a highly organised and proactive Paralegal to join our Construction team. Working under lawyer supervision, you will be a core part of our cross-office practice, and will receive the support, training and resources needed to develop in the position.
Blake Morgan supports Smart Working practices according to business and client needs, with a typical week involving 3 days in the office once established in the role.
About the Role
As a Paralegal in the team your duties will typically involve:
- Assisting Partners and Solicitors with a broad range of construction matters.
- Opening and closing files, collating matter information and ensuring data is recorded accurately.
- Drafting and amending standard letters, emails and construction documents under supervision.
- Preparing, organising and managing electronic and hard-copy documents, including court bundles, counsel bundles and engrossed construction documents.
- Corresponding with clients, external solicitors and other parties by email and telephone, and taking accurate and detailed messages.
- Arranging and attending meetings and appointments involving colleagues, clients and external parties, and producing accurate meeting notes.
- Organising information on spreadsheets and supporting document management on data sites.
- Carrying out legal research and preparing clear summaries as appropriate.
- Supporting billing and matter administration, including invoice preparation and third-party payments.
The successful candidate will join a high-performing team that works to demanding quality standards for a blue-chip client list.
About You
You will be a law graduate with strong client service skills, a positive approach to teamwork and the confidence to work on your own initiative. You should be approachable, calm under pressure and be able to organise and prioritise a busy and varied workload.
Whilst previous experience as a Paralegal is preferred we’re open to receiving applications from individuals who can demonstrate relevant skills and knowledge gained through other work experiences or academic studies.
Other attributes should include:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to listen carefully and ask relevant questions.
- Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and document-management systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow processes and procedures accurately.
- A clear commitment to high standards of client care and confidentiality.
- A proactive, positive and enthusiastic approach, with a willingness to learn and develop.
- The ability to work collaboratively while taking responsibility for tasks and using initiative.
- Flexibility and adaptability, including the ability to manage competing priorities.
- An understanding of information security, data protection and the duty of confidentiality.
- Previous experience in a construction team would be advantageous, but is not essential.
The interview process will start as soon as suitable candidates have been identified.
Blake Morgan strives to create and maintain a positive, non-discriminatory work environment. We will ensure that all applications for vacancies will be considered without discrimination against any person on the basis of race, colour, religion, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age or marital status. We strive to ensure that our shortlisting and interviewing panels are diverse. Further details about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion can be found here.