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Paralegal

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Shoosmiths

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, legal knowledge, research abilities, and proficiency in legal software. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
  • You will assist lawyers by conducting legal research, preparing documents, organizing case files, and managing schedules to support client needs and ongoing cases effectively.

Requirements

  • We are ideally looking for a candidate with a minimum of 6 months' corporate paralegal experience.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with internal and external clients.
  • Excellent attention to detail taken with all correspondence and documentation.
  • Flexible according to client needs, with the ability to adapt to change, new practices and remain calm under pressure.
  • Able to integrate within a team as well as working on your own initiative.
  • Prepared to get involved in business development, including the attendance at networking and other marketing events.

Responsibilities

  • conducting due diligence
  • drafting and negotiating documents and reports
  • reviewing and collating documentation
  • communicating effectively and confidently with national and international clients, external solicitors and other third parties (both in writing and by telephone)
  • acting as a co-ordinator between other departments within Shoosmiths
  • assisting legal advisors in the department with various corporate law matters and administrative tasks

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Paralegal.

What law firm is offering this Paralegal position?

The Paralegal position is being offered by Shoosmiths.

What type of team will the Paralegal be working with?

The Paralegal will be working with one of the most active and dynamic corporate teams nationwide at Shoosmiths.

What are some key responsibilities of the Paralegal role?

Key responsibilities include conducting due diligence, drafting and negotiating documents, reviewing and collating documentation, communicating with clients and external parties, coordinating between departments, and assisting legal advisors with corporate law matters.

How much corporate paralegal experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 6 months' corporate paralegal experience is ideally required for this position.

What qualities are important for candidates applying for the Paralegal role?

Important qualities include effective communication skills, attention to detail, flexibility, ability to adapt to change, teamwork, initiative, and a willingness to participate in business development activities.

What kind of clients will the Paralegal be interacting with?

The Paralegal will be communicating with both national and international clients, as well as external solicitors and other third parties.

What kind of work environment does Shoosmiths provide?

Shoosmiths provides a great working environment with a focus on excellent service, innovation, and supportive teamwork.

Does Shoosmiths have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Shoosmiths is committed to diversity, inclusion, and well-being and aims to build a diverse workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents.

Where can I find more information about the benefits package offered?

More information about the benefits package can be found by visiting the designated "Benefits Package" link provided within the job description.

The law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and for our ability to focus on what matters.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1845
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. We’ve won prestigious industry awards, such as ‘Law Firm of the Year’ at the Legal Business Awards 2022, ‘Legal Team of the Year’ at the Estates Gazette Awards 2022 and have been recognised for being the most active law firm advising on corporate transactions across the UK (Experian, 2022). Our innovative approach is also embodied in our non-legal solutions for clients, which complement our technical legal expertise. We also believe in supporting the communities in which we operate, and are firmly on our ESG journey, with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validating near-term science-based emissions reduction targets, and launching our grant-making body ‘The Shoosmiths Foundation’.

Culture & Values

  • Focusing On What Matters

  • Delivering Together

  • Making a Difference

  • Being Ourselves