Job Description

Job type: Permanent, full-time

We have an exciting opportunity for a Charity/Corporate Paralegal to join our growing Commercial Group in Southampton.
The Paralegal role will work closely with both the Charity and Corporate Teams on a range of legal and administrative tasks. The role is ideal for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to join a dedicated team who they can support and learn from in both Charity and Corporate law.
This role offers the perfect opportunity to further your career whilst supporting rewarding causes; working with our client charities can be an insightful and fulfilling experience.
Whilst a background working in a law firm or knowledge of Charity or Corporate law is not a pre-requisite, this role will be most suitable for a law graduate or someone with demonstrated knowledge of legal systems. For inexperienced candidates, the dedication to learn and build skills from the ground-up is essential. You will be supported by the wider team but also expected to work somewhat independently and able to manage/prioritise your own tasks.
It is expected that this Paralegal role will include undertaking administrative duties such as file opening, client due diligence, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory requirements, billing, archiving, generating reports and handling travel and diary management for fee earners.
However, there is flexibility to take on more legal work for the right candidate. This is someone who is dedicated and demonstrates an ambition to develop their legal skills and knowledge. Such an individual will have the opportunity to take on legal tasks such as drafting legal documents, attending client meetings, responding to enquiries and undertaking business development/marketing.

Requirements:

Motivation to learn new skills from the ground-up Ability to manage and prioritise your workload Strong attention to detail Great organisation skills Good communication skills (written and spoken) Working knowledge of Office 365

Desired:

Experience working in a law firm Knowledge of legal systems Bachelors degree in relevant subject

Benefits:

Work-life balance

- Work from our brand-new Southampton office with the beautiful south coast on your doorstep.

Progression

- a competitive salary and benefits with performance-based opportunities for career development.

Autonomy and support

-handle and develop your own case load independently but with the support of the team and the wider LA family and infrastructure.

Variety

- a broad range of work; no two days are the same.

Hands-on experience

- a client-facing role, working closely with local, national and international clients and operating at the forefront of the industry.

A welcoming environment

- a friendly, supportive team; fresh, modern office space, regular socials A real opportunity to carve a niche for yourself in this dynamic, exciting industry.


STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Lester Aldridge is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.