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Penningtons Manches Cooper is a leading UK and international law firm which provides high quality legal advice tailored to both businesses and individuals.

We have UK offices in the City of London, Basingstoke, Birmingham, Cambridge, Guildford, Oxford and Reading while our overseas network stretches from Asia to Europe through our presence in Singapore, Piraeus, Paris and Madrid. 

Our main areas of practice are dispute resolution, corporate and commercial, real estate, private client and family. We have established a strong reputation in a variety of sectors, particularly private wealth, shipping, technology and property. Our lawyers are also recognised for their expertise in life sciences, education, retail, sports and entertainment and international trade. We have a commitment to high quality legal advice which is backed by a track record which dates back over 300 years.

As a member of Multilaw and the European Law Group, we have close links with law firms throughout the world.

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

Top 50 UK law firm providing a broad range of legal services tailored to businesses and individuals.

You must have a degree or CILEX qualification, strong communication skills, IT proficiency, organisational abilities, and be flexible, detail-oriented, and collaborative under pressure.

You will prepare Court bundles, manage filings, liaise with Counsel, assist with cost updates, prepare spreadsheets, attend meetings and hearings, and conduct research tasks.

Legal

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 Overview: 
 <p>Our leading Family department is looking for a Paralegal to join the Guildford family team. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic qualifications, a professional manner and a commitment to high quality service delivery. The individual will have excellent organisational skills and be comfortable working under pressure. Previous experience of family law is desirable but not essential. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking for high quality work in a supportive and collegiate team.</p> Responsibilities: 
 <ul>
  <li>Preparation of Counsel’s papers and Court bundles using Bundledocs.</li>
  <li>Dealing with Court filings via the online Court portal and chasing the Court in relation to hearing dates and filings.</li>
  <li>Liaising with Counsel’s clerks re Court hearings, conferences with Counsels and for cost estimates.</li>
  <li>Assisting with the preparation of cost updates to clients.</li>
  <li>Assisting with the preparation of relevant costs filings in advance of Court hearings.</li>
  <li>Assisting with the preparation of excel spreadsheets including asset and liability schedules.</li>
  <li>Attending client meetings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes.</li>
  <li>Attending Court hearings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes.</li>
  <li>Assisting with the preparation of Forms E and the collation of supporting documentation.</li>
  <li>Discrete research tasks.</li>
 </ul> Essential &amp; Desirable Criteria: 
 <ul>
  <li>Have a Degree or CILEX qualification</li>
  <li>Have excellent oral and written communication skills</li>
  <li>Be IT literate and a confident user of MS office</li>
  <li>Have the ability to manage a busy workload and excellent organisational skills</li>
  <li>Have the ability to work either alone or collaboratively with other team members</li>
  <li>Have confidence in client facing meetings and communications</li>
  <li>Have attention to accuracy and detail</li>
  <li>Be a collaborative team member with the ability to build relationships quickly with a wide range of people</li>
  <li>Be receptive to facilitate and support change</li>
  <li>Be flexible, reliable and pragmatic and have a problem-solving approach</li>
  <li>Be comfortable working under pressure with the ability to plan and prioritise work; have an appreciation of fee earner needs and constraints; and be commercially aware</li>
 </ul>
 <p>The team operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 40% of their time.</p>
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  <br> At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.
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  <br> We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact <b>Niamh.Madden@penningtonslaw.com.</b>
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 Overview: 
 Our leading Family department is looking for a Paralegal to join the Guildford family team. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic qualifications, a professional manner and a commitment to high quality service delivery. The individual will have excellent organisational skills and be comfortable working under pressure. Previous experience of family law is desirable but not essential. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking for high quality work in a supportive and collegiate team. Responsibilities: 
 
  Preparation of Counsel’s papers and Court bundles using Bundledocs.
  Dealing with Court filings via the online Court portal and chasing the Court in relation to hearing dates and filings.
  Liaising with Counsel’s clerks re Court hearings, conferences with Counsels and for cost estimates.
  Assisting with the preparation of cost updates to clients.
  Assisting with the preparation of relevant costs filings in advance of Court hearings.
  Assisting with the preparation of excel spreadsheets including asset and liability schedules.
  Attending client meetings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes.
  Attending Court hearings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes.
  Assisting with the preparation of Forms E and the collation of supporting documentation.
  Discrete research tasks.
  Essential & Desirable Criteria: 
 
  Have a Degree or CILEX qualification
  Have excellent oral and written communication skills
  Be IT literate and a confident user of MS office
  Have the ability to manage a busy workload and excellent organisational skills
  Have the ability to work either alone or collaboratively with other team members
  Have confidence in client facing meetings and communications
  Have attention to accuracy and detail
  Be a collaborative team member with the ability to build relationships quickly with a wide range of people
  Be receptive to facilitate and support change
  Be flexible, reliable and pragmatic and have a problem-solving approach
  Be comfortable working under pressure with the ability to plan and prioritise work; have an appreciation of fee earner needs and constraints; and be commercially aware
 
 The team operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 40% of their time.
 
 
   At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.
 
 
 
   We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Niamh.Madden@penningtonslaw.com.
 


Paralegal - Family - Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

Paralegal - Family

You need a degree or CILEX, excellent communication and IT skills, strong organization, client-facing confidence, attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to manage pressure effectively.

You will prepare Court bundles, handle filings, liaise with Counsel, assist with cost updates, attend meetings and hearings, and conduct research tasks.

Our leading Family department is looking for a Paralegal to join the Guildford family team. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic qualifications, a professional manner and a commitment to high quality service delivery. The individual will have excellent organisational skills and be comfortable working under pressure. Previous experience of family law is desirable but not essential. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking for high quality work in a supportive and collegiate team.<br><br> <br><br> * Preparation of Counsel’s papers and Court bundles using Bundledocs.<br> * Dealing with Court filings via the online Court portal and chasing the Court in relation to hearing dates and filings.<br> * Liaising with Counsel’s clerks re Court hearings, conferences with Counsels and for cost estimates.<br> * Assisting with the preparation of cost updates to clients.<br> * Assisting with the preparation of relevant costs filings in advance of Court hearings.<br> * Assisting with the preparation of excel spreadsheets including asset and liability schedules.<br> * Attending client meetings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes.<br> * Attending Court hearings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes.<br> * Assisting with the preparation of Forms E and the collation of supporting documentation.<br> * Discrete research tasks.<br><br> <br><br> * Have a Degree or CILEX qualification<br> * Have excellent oral and written communication skills<br> * Be IT literate and a confident user of MS office<br> * Have the ability to manage a busy workload and excellent organisational skills<br> * Have the ability to work either alone or collaboratively with other team members<br> * Have confidence in client facing meetings and communications<br> * Have attention to accuracy and detail<br> * Be a collaborative team member with the ability to build relationships quickly with a wide range of people<br> * Be receptive to facilitate and support change<br> * Be flexible, reliable and pragmatic and have a problem-solving approach<br> * Be comfortable working under pressure with the ability to plan and prioritise work; have an appreciation of fee earner needs and constraints; and be commercially aware<br><br>The team operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 40% of their time. <br><br> <br><br>At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.<br><br> <br><br>We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Niamh.Madden@penningtonslaw.com.

Our leading Family department is looking for a Paralegal to join the Guildford family team. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic qualifications, a professional manner and a commitment to high quality service delivery. The individual will have excellent organisational skills and be comfortable working under pressure. Previous experience of family law is desirable but not essential. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking for high quality work in a supportive and collegiate team.  * Preparation of Counsel’s papers and Court bundles using Bundledocs. * Dealing with Court filings via the online Court portal and chasing the Court in relation to hearing dates and filings. * Liaising with Counsel’s clerks re Court hearings, conferences with Counsels and for cost estimates. * Assisting with the preparation of cost updates to clients. * Assisting with the preparation of relevant costs filings in advance of Court hearings. * Assisting with the preparation of excel spreadsheets including asset and liability schedules. * Attending client meetings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes. * Attending Court hearings and preparing and perfecting attendance notes. * Assisting with the preparation of Forms E and the collation of supporting documentation. * Discrete research tasks.  * Have a Degree or CILEX qualification * Have excellent oral and written communication skills * Be IT literate and a confident user of MS office * Have the ability to manage a busy workload and excellent organisational skills * Have the ability to work either alone or collaboratively with other team members * Have confidence in client facing meetings and communications * Have attention to accuracy and detail * Be a collaborative team member with the ability to build relationships quickly with a wide range of people * Be receptive to facilitate and support change * Be flexible, reliable and pragmatic and have a problem-solving approach * Be comfortable working under pressure with the ability to plan and prioritise work; have an appreciation of fee earner needs and constraints; and be commercially awareThe team operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 40% of their time.  At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here. We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Niamh.Madden@penningtonslaw.com.

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You must collaborate well, work under pressure, prioritize effectively, provide thorough costs advice, draft high-quality documents, and have strong negotiation skills and technical knowledge in costs law.

You will manage Housing Disrepair Matters, collaborate with teams, prioritize workload, provide cost advice, draft high-quality documents, negotiate, and stay updated on costs law developments.

<div>
 Overview: 
 <div>
  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Costs Lawyer/Draftperson to join our friendly and dynamic costs team. The ideal candidate will have experience of all aspects of both inter parties costs and solicitor/client costs work. They will work well in a team environment, and will ideally demonstrate an ability to streamline processes and monitor outcomes and performance as well as advise and guide a fee earning team on costs issues. It would be preferable if the candidate is already a qualified Costs Lawyer but not essential.
 </div> Responsibilities: 
 <p>The role is predominately to deal with Housing Disrepair Matters (paying party), but there will be, on occasion exposure to other areas of work undertaken by the team. This role is for a Junior Costs Lawyer/Draftperson with 1-2 years experience.</p>
 <p>The appointed Costs Lawyer/Draftperson will demonstrate a genuinely commercial approach, focussed on obtaining the best possible result for the team / business. They must also be confident to deal with external providers and ensure a suitable level of service is provided.</p> Essential &amp; Desirable Criteria: 
 <ul>
  <li>Ability to work collaboratively with the Costs Manager and other costs lawyers as well as the fee earning teams</li>
  <li>Ability to work under pressure</li>
  <li>Ability to prioritise workload and competing demands across a big team to maximise speed of cashflow</li>
  <li>Ability to provide thorough and reasoned advice on all aspects of costs</li>
  <li>High quality of drafting</li>
  <li>Experience in paying party work</li>
  <li>Ability to provide detailed analysis</li>
  <li>Structured approach to work with an ability to have and adhere to a fixed timetable in all costs cases and take steps as needed to comply with the same</li>
  <li>Excellent communication skills</li>
  <li>Excellent costs negotiation skills</li>
  <li>Excellent technical and legal knowledge on costs law</li>
  <li>Knowledge of Arbitration/International Arbitration rules and procedures</li>
  <li>Focus on keeping up to date with recent developments</li>
  <li>Professional approach to external providers and third parties</li>
 </ul>
 <div></div>
 <div>
  <br> At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.
 </div>
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  <br> We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Helen.Lewis@penningtonslaw.com
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 Overview: 
 
  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Costs Lawyer/Draftperson to join our friendly and dynamic costs team. The ideal candidate will have experience of all aspects of both inter parties costs and solicitor/client costs work. They will work well in a team environment, and will ideally demonstrate an ability to streamline processes and monitor outcomes and performance as well as advise and guide a fee earning team on costs issues. It would be preferable if the candidate is already a qualified Costs Lawyer but not essential.
  Responsibilities: 
 The role is predominately to deal with Housing Disrepair Matters (paying party), but there will be, on occasion exposure to other areas of work undertaken by the team. This role is for a Junior Costs Lawyer/Draftperson with 1-2 years experience.
 The appointed Costs Lawyer/Draftperson will demonstrate a genuinely commercial approach, focussed on obtaining the best possible result for the team / business. They must also be confident to deal with external providers and ensure a suitable level of service is provided. Essential & Desirable Criteria: 
 
  Ability to work collaboratively with the Costs Manager and other costs lawyers as well as the fee earning teams
  Ability to work under pressure
  Ability to prioritise workload and competing demands across a big team to maximise speed of cashflow
  Ability to provide thorough and reasoned advice on all aspects of costs
  High quality of drafting
  Experience in paying party work
  Ability to provide detailed analysis
  Structured approach to work with an ability to have and adhere to a fixed timetable in all costs cases and take steps as needed to comply with the same
  Excellent communication skills
  Excellent costs negotiation skills
  Excellent technical and legal knowledge on costs law
  Knowledge of Arbitration/International Arbitration rules and procedures
  Focus on keeping up to date with recent developments
  Professional approach to external providers and third parties
 
 
 
   At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.
 
 
 
   We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Helen.Lewis@penningtonslaw.com
 


Costs Draftperson/Costs Lawyer - Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

Costs Draftperson/Costs Lawyer

You should have relevant experience or interest in real estate law, strong communication skills, attention to detail, project management experience, and IT proficiency. Teamwork and composure under pressure are essential.

You will manage documents for real estate litigation, liaise with courts, attend meetings, ensure compliance, assist in billing, and engage in business development and training sessions.

London

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 Overview: 
 <p>Penningtons Manches Cooper is looking for a paralegal to join it’s team in London.</p>
 <p></p>
 <p><br> The Property Litigation team deliver a high-quality legal service and this role will involve supporting a busy team with a variety of work. The full scope of work is likely to change over time to include a range of residential and commercial property issues. Responsible for undertaking fee-earning work and providing a profitable contribution to the work of the department.</p>
 <p></p>
 <p><br> The firm operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 50% of their time. Individuals can also apply for other flexible working options, either at the time of recruitment or during the course of their employment.</p> Responsibilities: 
 <ul>
  <li>Provide document support and management in the course of real estate litigation including organising, collating reviewing and supplying court bundles</li>
  <li>Liaising with courts</li>
  <li>Attending client and other meetings and producing accurate notes of such meetings and activity lists</li>
  <li>Ensure compliance with professional duties and the firm’s internal procedures</li>
  <li>Active participation in business development initiatives</li>
  <li>To demonstrate required knowledge and keep up to date with developments in the law</li>
  <li>To assist in the billing process</li>
  <li>Participate in firm wide and team specific training sessions</li>
 </ul> Essential &amp; Desirable Criteria: 
 <ul>
  <li>No specific legal qualification is required but the candidate must be able to demonstrate some relevant experience or interest in the specific area of law</li>
  <li>It is not essential but desirable that the candidate will have gained their LPC/SQE</li>
  <li>Some interest in real estate and both commercial and residential landlord and tenant law and fire safety post Grenfell would assist</li>
  <li>Good communication skills both verbal and written and the ability to develop strong relationships with clients and others in the sector</li>
  <li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail is required</li>
  <li>Ideally, some experience in managing projects</li>
  <li>Strong IT skills, including excel and flowcharts</li>
  <li>A professional approach to work to ensure deadlines are met</li>
  <li>The ability to support the team’s work and a desire to gain experience to be able to run their own files as part of a larger team</li>
  <li>To be able to keep calm under pressure. To work well on a wide range of tasks simultaneously and be able to organise work accordingly</li>
  <li>To be able to work well in a team and understand others’ importance to that team. To support senior and other team members.</li>
 </ul>
 <p>At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.<br> <br> We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background.</p>
 <p></p>
 <p><br> We are committed to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to apply and be considered for any role, and our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you would like to request an adjustment (including requests for alternative formats) to our process, please contact Helen.Lewis@Penningtonslaw.com</p>
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 Overview: 
 Penningtons Manches Cooper is looking for a paralegal to join it’s team in London.
 
  The Property Litigation team deliver a high-quality legal service and this role will involve supporting a busy team with a variety of work. The full scope of work is likely to change over time to include a range of residential and commercial property issues. Responsible for undertaking fee-earning work and providing a profitable contribution to the work of the department.
 
  The firm operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 50% of their time. Individuals can also apply for other flexible working options, either at the time of recruitment or during the course of their employment. Responsibilities: 
 
  Provide document support and management in the course of real estate litigation including organising, collating reviewing and supplying court bundles
  Liaising with courts
  Attending client and other meetings and producing accurate notes of such meetings and activity lists
  Ensure compliance with professional duties and the firm’s internal procedures
  Active participation in business development initiatives
  To demonstrate required knowledge and keep up to date with developments in the law
  To assist in the billing process
  Participate in firm wide and team specific training sessions
  Essential & Desirable Criteria: 
 
  No specific legal qualification is required but the candidate must be able to demonstrate some relevant experience or interest in the specific area of law
  It is not essential but desirable that the candidate will have gained their LPC/SQE
  Some interest in real estate and both commercial and residential landlord and tenant law and fire safety post Grenfell would assist
  Good communication skills both verbal and written and the ability to develop strong relationships with clients and others in the sector
  High level of accuracy and attention to detail is required
  Ideally, some experience in managing projects
  Strong IT skills, including excel and flowcharts
  A professional approach to work to ensure deadlines are met
  The ability to support the team’s work and a desire to gain experience to be able to run their own files as part of a larger team
  To be able to keep calm under pressure. To work well on a wide range of tasks simultaneously and be able to organise work accordingly
  To be able to work well in a team and understand others’ importance to that team. To support senior and other team members.
 
 At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.  We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background.
 
  We are committed to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to apply and be considered for any role, and our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you would like to request an adjustment (including requests for alternative formats) to our process, please contact Helen.Lewis@Penningtonslaw.com


Paralegal - Real Estate Litigation - Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

Paralegal - Real Estate Litigation

You must be a graduate with a strong interest in company secretarial practice, possess good drafting skills, attention to detail, and organization, while maintaining professionalism and meeting deadlines.

You will assist clients with company secretarial tasks, maintain statutory registers, draft documents, ensure compliance, handle inquiries, support business development, and perform general office administration.

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 Overview: 
 <p>Penningtons Manches Cooper is a leading UK and international law firm which provides high quality legal advice tailored to both businesses and individuals. We address the specific objectives of each client through our flair and technical expertise and offer a personal service founded on a strong team ethic.</p>
 <p>Today, we have UK offices in the City of London, Basingstoke, Birmingham, Cambridge, Guildford, Oxford and Reading while our growing overseas network stretches from Europe to Asia through our presence in Singapore, Piraeus, Paris and Madrid. With 130 partners and over 880 people in total, our main areas of practice are dispute resolution, corporate and commercial, real estate, private client and family.</p>
 <p>Our continuing commitment to excellence is backed by a track record which dates back nearly 300 years. We pay great attention to matching our clients’ requirements with the right skills, delivered cost effectively and within the appropriate timescale.</p>
 <p>Among our clients we count multi-national corporations, public companies, professional partnerships, banks and financial institutions as well as private individuals, owner managed businesses and start-ups. We are conscious that our culture and close working relationships are vital assets and we are determined to maintain these as we increase in size.</p>
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 <p><br> We are looking for a Paralegal to join our Company Secretarial team. The Company Secretarial team forms part of the Corporate department and provides support to a portfolio of UK companies of all sizes. Working in a small team you will primarily be involved in assisting clients and fee-earners to ensure that companies meet their statutory compliance requirements. You will be involved in maintaining companies’ statutory registers, dealing with Companies House filings, the formation of companies and drafting board minutes and shareholders’ resolutions. You will be responsible for undertaking fee-earning work and helping build our portfolio. You will work closely with the Corporate team and so the role could be a great opportunity for a law or business graduate with an interest in this practice area.</p>
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 <p><br> The successful candidate will be of graduate calibre with high attention to detail and strong organisation skills. They should have an ability to work well under pressure and be committed to delivering a high quality service and building relationships at all levels. Experience of using Diligent Entities/Blueprint or other professional company secretarial software is desirable for this role.</p>
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 <p><br> The team operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 40% of their time.</p><br>
 <p></p> Responsibilities: 
 <ul>
  <li><b> </b>Assisting and advising clients on matters of company secretarial practice and procedure.</li>
  <li>Assisting fee-earners in the corporate team and other teams within the firm on matters requiring company secretarial support.</li>
  <li>Preparing documentation, and correspondence.</li>
  <li>Maintaining statutory registers of companies using Diligent Entities/Blueprint software.</li>
  <li>Maintaining statutory records of companies in electronic and hard copy form.</li>
  <li>Drafting board minutes, shareholders’ resolutions and amendments to articles of association.</li>
  <li>Preparing Companies House forms, ensuring compliance with statutory filing requirements.</li>
  <li>Performing searches with Companies House and other agencies and registries.</li>
  <li>Advising on and dealing with the formation of new companies and changes to existing ones.</li>
  <li>Dealing with the reconstitution of statutory registers and the correction to company records.</li>
  <li>Monitoring and re-directing Registered Office post.</li>
  <li>Dealing with basic accounts procedures to include, invoicing and obtaining relevant accounting information from the accounts system.</li>
  <li>Dealing with enquires from contacts, clients and other staff members where appropriate in a prompt and professional manner.</li>
  <li>Updating legal/IT working knowledge as appropriate and attending seminars/courses as necessary</li>
  <li>Business development to help build portfolio of client companies.</li>
  <li>General office administration.</li>
  <li>Assisting other staff members and other duties as directed.</li>
 </ul> Essential &amp; Desirable Criteria: 
 <ul>
  <li>Graduate calibre - with interest in company secretarial practice / corporate.</li>
  <li>Experience in company secretarial practice or able to demonstrate a desire to progress their career in this practice area</li>
  <li>Good drafting skills.</li>
  <li>High attention to detail.</li>
  <li>Strong organisation.</li>
  <li>Committed to delivering a high quality service.</li>
  <li>Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a range of clients and contacts and build relationships at all levels.</li>
  <li>Proven ability to work well under pressure and recognise and meet deadlines.</li>
  <li>Relevant IT skills.</li>
  <li>Professional manner</li>
 </ul>
 <p>At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.</p>
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 <p><br> We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Niamh.Madden@penningtonslaw.com</p>
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 Overview: 
 Penningtons Manches Cooper is a leading UK and international law firm which provides high quality legal advice tailored to both businesses and individuals. We address the specific objectives of each client through our flair and technical expertise and offer a personal service founded on a strong team ethic.
 Today, we have UK offices in the City of London, Basingstoke, Birmingham, Cambridge, Guildford, Oxford and Reading while our growing overseas network stretches from Europe to Asia through our presence in Singapore, Piraeus, Paris and Madrid. With 130 partners and over 880 people in total, our main areas of practice are dispute resolution, corporate and commercial, real estate, private client and family.
 Our continuing commitment to excellence is backed by a track record which dates back nearly 300 years. We pay great attention to matching our clients’ requirements with the right skills, delivered cost effectively and within the appropriate timescale.
 Among our clients we count multi-national corporations, public companies, professional partnerships, banks and financial institutions as well as private individuals, owner managed businesses and start-ups. We are conscious that our culture and close working relationships are vital assets and we are determined to maintain these as we increase in size.
 
  We are looking for a Paralegal to join our Company Secretarial team. The Company Secretarial team forms part of the Corporate department and provides support to a portfolio of UK companies of all sizes. Working in a small team you will primarily be involved in assisting clients and fee-earners to ensure that companies meet their statutory compliance requirements. You will be involved in maintaining companies’ statutory registers, dealing with Companies House filings, the formation of companies and drafting board minutes and shareholders’ resolutions. You will be responsible for undertaking fee-earning work and helping build our portfolio. You will work closely with the Corporate team and so the role could be a great opportunity for a law or business graduate with an interest in this practice area.
 
  The successful candidate will be of graduate calibre with high attention to detail and strong organisation skills. They should have an ability to work well under pressure and be committed to delivering a high quality service and building relationships at all levels. Experience of using Diligent Entities/Blueprint or other professional company secretarial software is desirable for this role.
 
  The team operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 40% of their time.
  Responsibilities: 
 
   Assisting and advising clients on matters of company secretarial practice and procedure.
  Assisting fee-earners in the corporate team and other teams within the firm on matters requiring company secretarial support.
  Preparing documentation, and correspondence.
  Maintaining statutory registers of companies using Diligent Entities/Blueprint software.
  Maintaining statutory records of companies in electronic and hard copy form.
  Drafting board minutes, shareholders’ resolutions and amendments to articles of association.
  Preparing Companies House forms, ensuring compliance with statutory filing requirements.
  Performing searches with Companies House and other agencies and registries.
  Advising on and dealing with the formation of new companies and changes to existing ones.
  Dealing with the reconstitution of statutory registers and the correction to company records.
  Monitoring and re-directing Registered Office post.
  Dealing with basic accounts procedures to include, invoicing and obtaining relevant accounting information from the accounts system.
  Dealing with enquires from contacts, clients and other staff members where appropriate in a prompt and professional manner.
  Updating legal/IT working knowledge as appropriate and attending seminars/courses as necessary
  Business development to help build portfolio of client companies.
  General office administration.
  Assisting other staff members and other duties as directed.
  Essential & Desirable Criteria: 
 
  Graduate calibre - with interest in company secretarial practice / corporate.
  Experience in company secretarial practice or able to demonstrate a desire to progress their career in this practice area
  Good drafting skills.
  High attention to detail.
  Strong organisation.
  Committed to delivering a high quality service.
  Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a range of clients and contacts and build relationships at all levels.
  Proven ability to work well under pressure and recognise and meet deadlines.
  Relevant IT skills.
  Professional manner
 
 At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.
 
  We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Niamh.Madden@penningtonslaw.com


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