Job Description
Trainee Paralegal
Commercial Property
Stourbridge
Full time, permanent opportunity
Here at Talbots Law, we have been undergoing a rapid period of growth over the last year, with over 100 new starters since January 2022 and we are continuing to grow! We are looking for passionate candidates who can match and support the Talbots values. Being an Employee-owned business means that we believe everyone should benefit from success of the firm and by doing this, every employee is able to see the importance and effects of their work.
At Talbots we constantly advocate for career progression and the professional development of our employees, with 17 trainee solicitors currently enroute to qualify and many more completing other qualifications! With 8 offices based around the West Midlands we are always here to help and ensure we make even the smallest of difference to our client’s lives. Our approach differs to the normal firm, employees ensure that we offer the normal legal services but talk a language people understand, which establishes a long-standing connection to our clients.
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our well-established Commercial Property team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 6 months legal experience working as a administrator within a Commercial department.
Key tasks and responsibilities
· To Assist lawyers on a full caseload of files for clients including company commercial work for sole traders, partners, directors and shareholders including:
o Sales, mergers and acquisitions of business and corporate reconstructions
o General commercial agreements
o Shareholder, LLP and Partnership Agreements
o Small business purchases
o Assets and share purchase agreements
· Liaise with clients and third parties in the lawyer’s absence
· Administrating client matters using SOS, a case management system
· Provide client care and excellent customer service
· To undertake file opening procedures in an accurate and timely manner
· Undertake archiving responsibilities
· Answer the telephone and deal proactively with a range of client matters
· Scan ID to SOS and carry out AML searches
· Ensure compliance with SRA, Lexcel, Law Society etc
The Person
· A candidate will be familiar with the legal administration of a range of commercial matters
· They will have excellent interpersonal skills
· High level of attention to detail and accuracy
The Opportunity.
We offer a market-leading benefits package for the region:
· 25 days annual leave + UK Bank Holidays + 2 x Ex-gratia days
· Talbots profit share
· Company pension scheme
· Group Life Insurance
If this sounds like the role for you then please apply today by sending your CV to [email protected].
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Talbots is an equal opportunities employer and we believe all employees should be treated fairly and equitably. The Company is committed to eliminating discrimination and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace including within our Policies and Procedures, and the areas in which it should have influence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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Work Location: One location