Family Law Paralegal

Paralegal - Family (Private Law) - Blackburn

We are currently looking for a Paralegal to join our client's Family team based in Blackburn.

This is a permanent role supporting a busy Private Family department. You will work closely with fee earners and colleagues across the team, assisting with case management, client care and administrative support while gaining exposure to a broad range of private family matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Arranging client appointments and meetings
• Maintaining regular telephone contact with clients and external agencies
• Managing diaries and coordinating appointments
• Maintaining and updating databases and case management systems
• Preparing court bundles and supporting documentation
• Providing a high standard of client care and acting as a key point of contact for clients
• Supporting fee earners with the progression of matters and administrative tasks
• Liaising with colleagues and external parties to ensure matters progress efficiently
• Assisting with general office administration and file management
• Travelling to courts, meetings and other office locations where required

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will bring with them/be:

• Previous experience within a legal support or paralegal role
• Excellent communication and telephone skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Good presentation and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong IT skills and confidence using case management systems
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Proactive and willing to develop within the role
• Access to a vehicle for travel to courts, meetings and other office locations

Details

• Salary up to £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
• 25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
• Attendance bonus
• Birthday holiday
• Life insurance
• Long service awards
• Discount schemes and employee benefits package
• Training and development opportunities
• Internal workshops and compliance webinars
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent