Family Paralegal

My client is one of the UK’s fastest growing national law firms, specialising in Family, Care, Crime and Extradition Law matters. They have grown from a start-up business of just 20 employees to now employing over 100 staff across 19 branch offices in the UK. Due to continued, exciting expansion, they now have a requirement for a Paralegal to work within the family department to be based at a new office in Maidstone, Kent. Role responsibilities: To support the Family Law Solicitor with day to day family matters Utilising legal aid applications and using the CCMS portal Communicating with clients and other professionals over the phone, by letter or by email Any other administrative tasks as required by the firm Person specification: Exposure to Family Law Exposure to Legal Aid Client Care focused High attention to detail Confident with time management and priority organisation Ability to work in a high volume, high pressured environment Experience working under pressure and to strict deadlines A polite and clear telephone manner Strong organisation and communication skills A hard working, proactive and driven attitude To be fully conversant with Microsoft Office For the right candidate, my client is offering a fantastic package: Competitive base salary of £18,000 per annum Office working hours: Mon to Fri, 9:30am - 5:30pm, no evening or weekend working Full training, development and on-going support Opportunity to join a reputable, progressive company Loads of other company benefits to be discussed at interview stage This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and reputable, professional legal firm at an exciting time. My client is interviewing now so send your CV asap to be considered for this role. Due to the high volume of applications we receive per vacancy, we are unable to respond to every candidate personally. If you have not heard back from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.