About the role
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.
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.
