Family Law Paralegal

Paralegal – Family (Private Law) – Bolton

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

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 £32,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
• 25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• 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

If you’re interested in this role, hit the apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com

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