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PARALEGAL, AGRICULTURE & RURAL AFFAIRS
Worcester, Worcester, United Kingdom Paralegal Position Available at Law Firm for Agriculture & Rural Affairs Division Law Firm is a successful and growing regional law firm with offices across Worcestershire, Shropshire, and Birmingham. With over 200 partners and staff, they are a good size to make a real difference. They are an award-winning, dynamic, and forward-thinking firm with a modern outlook yet traditional backbone, tracing their roots back to 1556. Exciting Opportunity for Paralegal in Agriculture & Rural Affairs Division Due to an internal move, Law Firm has an exciting new opportunity for a Paralegal to join their Agriculture & Rural Affairs (ARA) division in Worcester from the end of August. The ARA team is the firm’s ‘jewel in the crown’ division, currently comprising 14 fee earners and support staff including three partners. As part of the team, the Paralegal will provide transactional legal support to farmers and rural landholders. Job Responsibilities Manage a caseload of clients and assist with suitable fee earning work Interact with and build relations with various clients to help progress their matters Handle new enquiries, provide initial information, and deliver high quality client service Organize multiple deadline-driven tasks Solve problems and achieve goals by using own initiative and a proactive ‘can do’ attitude Continuously build upon legal skills and knowledge within a niche and dynamic sector Requirements Strong interpersonal and organizational skills An eye for detail Competent IT skills Ability to quickly learn in all aspects of the role, including the use of legal software and precedent packages Desirable Previous experience of working in a legal or professional services environment Having undertaken fee earning work Why Join Law Firm? Law Firm offers a rewarding career of quality work alongside a commitment to the development of their staff. Their values, ‘one team’ ethos, and supportive culture create a fantastic environment in which people can grow. They also offer a competitive salary, 25 days’ holiday per year to start (including three days at Christmas) and Bank Holidays, healthcare provision, a healthy work/life balance, and other perks. Additionally, they are committed to inclusion and aim to employ a diverse section of the community. They also have a strong Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) proposition, having recently raised £8,000 for several local charities. How to Apply Those interested in this role should email their up-to-date CV and covering letter, explaining their suitability and salary expectations, to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Interviews will be arranged as suitable applicants apply. |
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