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Paralegal

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for 18 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for a paralegal position within a Higher Education organization focused on creating better futures for students.
  • Candidates should have a legal degree or equivalent, with relevant postgraduate legal training preferred, and a strong interest in public law.
  • The role requires strong legal research skills, practical experience in legal areas, and excellent communication abilities.
  • The salary for this position is approximately £39,000, with opportunities for career development and collaboration with senior lawyers.
  • Ideal candidates should possess at least some relevant experience in the legal field to succeed in this role.

Your new company If you would like to be involved in creating a brighter and better future for students, this could be the company for you! This Higher Education organisation puts students at the forefront of their work and aims to ensure brighter futures for all.

Your new role Within this organisation, the legal team plays a crucial role in providing support for various legal matters. The paralegal position involves conducting legal research, assisting lawyers with legal advice, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Key responsibilities include analysing case law, drafting legal memos, and supporting the development of junior team members.Ideal candidates for this role possess strong legal research skills, practical experience in relevant legal areas, and excellent communication abilities. They should also have a keen interest in public law and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What you'll need to succeed

  • A legal degree or equivalent conversion course is key to this role.
  • Having completed relevant postgraduate legal training e.g. a legal practice course is desired.
  • Strong legal research skills and experience in relevant practice areas.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, with a keen interest in public law.

What you'll get in return

  • Circa £39,000.
  • Exciting learning and career development opportunities to help you grow and excel in your legal career.
  • Collaborative environment where you can work closely with and support senior lawyers, gaining invaluable experience.
  • Engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external, broadening your professional network and impact.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.