Job Description

Ward & Rider Solicitors are recruiting for a Paralegal to join their Wills and Probate team in Coventry, focusing solely on Wills and LPAs.

Main purpose of the role

To undertake fee earning work within the Wills and Probate department focusing on Wills and LPAs. The role would require you to have a particular focus on drafting Wills and LPAs, taking instructions from clients, and delivering an exceptional client care service. This a great opportunity to join a high performing and skilled team, where you will be able to gain experience and knowledge, be offered excellent training and have the opportunity to take on a hands-on role.

Key duties and responsibilities

To manage all client work in accordance with detailed procedures and quality standards contained in the company's office manual. To ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and on costs. At all times to exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner. To ensure the confidentiality and security of all the company's and clients' documentation and information, in line with the data protection rules. To achieve in achieving agreed levels of billing and time recording. To comply with the Solicitors Accounts Riles and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors. To maintain clear and precise communications with clients and colleagues. To ensure good working relationships with external organisations. To take responsibility for and attend to self-development. In conjunction with the Company, to comply with the relevant training requirements in line with the Company's training policy and to assist with in-house training as may be required. To be active in promoting the services of the Company and its image and ethos. Other duties required within the spirit and scope of the post.

Essential skills and experience:

Have a Law degree or an equivalent qualification. Have excellent organisational skills and be able to effectively prioritise and organise workload/tasks. Excellent commercial awareness. Be able to produce work to a high standard, with excellent attention to detail. Have a concern for quality of service. Computer keyboard skills. A driving license and your own car are essential for this role as there will be a lot of travelling to client's homes/hospitals/care homes.

Benefits

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays + 3 extra days at Christmas + Duvet Day on your Birthday = 35 days holiday The ability to take your holiday in hours, not just days. Company sick pay Simply Health cash health plan with "myWellbeing" - speak to a GP, discounted membership to over 2000 gyms, counselling services. Death in service scheme Free parking
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 24,000.00 per year

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence and Transport (required)
Work Location: In person