Trainee Paralegal/Paralegal - Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department - Lincoln

We are a leading "Top 200" Law Firm and provider of wealth management services, based in Lincolnshire and across the Midlands. Established in 1856, we are considered to be one of the oldest law firms in the UK.

Benefits:

Some of the great benefits that we offer are:

Generous holiday entitlements
Staff discount on legal fees
Income protection
Life assurance at 3 x salary
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible Working

The role:

The ideal candidate will hold/be working towards a degree in Law or CILEX qualification, have a real passion for litigation and a good level of knowledge and /or experience in this area. Strong research skills are paramount to this role.

In addition, you will work with the department’s Marketing Policy to promote and enhance the reputation and business of the firm.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

To provide ongoing assistance and service to existing clients;
To develop new business;
Develop and enhance the Dispute Resolution Team;
To produce fee income in line with targets and agreed objectives;
To keep up to date on all changes in the law and practice within the area of work;
Maintain and enhance up to date legal skills;
Financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures;
Perform work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the firm’s quality and risk procedures.

Hours of Work: 09.00 – 17.15 – Monday to Friday (36.25 per week)
Location: Lincoln
Salary: Depending on Experience

Person Specification:
	Essential	Desirable
Qualifications	Working towards a Law Degree/CILEX Qualification	Experience within a law firm. Experience in civil litigation
Knowledge	Good computer literacy	Knowledge of case management systems Solicitors Account Rules Clear understanding of Money Laundering Regulations CPR Rules
Skills	Ability to work with confidence Strong planning and organisational skills Excellent written and numeracy skills Excellent communication skills Excellent keyboard skills Knowledge of how to research complex legal matters	Marketing and business development Ability to use online legal databases to conduct research
Competencies	Desire to provide a high quality service Ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines High level of integrity	Ability to create and nurture relationships with key clients at all levels
Attributes	Proactive Reacts well under pressure and able to work to strict deadlines Hardworking and positive attitude
Other		The ability to travel between Chattertons offices - full driving licence and access to car

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Please email your CV and covering letter to the HR Department: hr@chattertons.com

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