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Paralegal - Housing and Regeneration

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
    Research & Development
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You should have a 2:1 degree, ideally an LPC, strong IT and communication skills, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and be proactive and self-motivated.
  • You will assist fee earners, manage cases, draft documents, liaise with clients, conduct research, and handle administrative tasks while meeting chargeable hours targets.

Requirements

  • A 2:1 undergraduate degree;
  • Ideally an LPC or BVC qualification (LPC would be preferred but is not essential)
  • Strong IT skills;
  • Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines;
  • Strong written skills;
  • Good administration skills;
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Are able to work well as part of a team;
  • Can follow procedures and direction with precision;
  • Are able to meet deadlines;
  • Are able to work well under pressure;
  • Are well organised;
  • Have good attention to detail;
  • Are proactive;
  • Are self-motivated

Responsibilities

  • Assisting fee earners;
  • Working to a chargeable hours target;
  • General case management;
  • Drafting general correspondence and documents;
  • Preparing and drafting reports to the client;
  • Liaison with clients and analysing evidence received in order to advise the client;
  • Carrying out Land Registry searches;
  • Submitting SDLT returns;
  • Proof reading documents;
  • Undertaking research;
  • Administrative tasks such as invoicing;
  • Supervision, support and relevant training will be provided although the successful applicant will also be encouraged, where appropriate, to use their own initiative.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we operate in a hybrid working format, allowing for both remote and in-office work.

What type of clients does the team primarily advise?

The team primarily advises and assists Registered Providers of Social Housing in delivering new affordable housing across the country.

What academic qualifications are preferred for this role?

Candidates should ideally have a 2:1 undergraduate degree and preferably either an LPC (Legal Practice Course) or BVC (Bar Vocational Course) qualification.

What skills are required for this position?

Candidates should possess strong IT skills, excellent written and communication abilities, good administration skills, the capacity to adhere to deadlines, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure.

Will training be provided to new employees?

Yes, supervision, support, and relevant training will be provided to successful applicants, with encouragement to use their own initiative where appropriate.

Is there an interview process?

Yes, the interview process includes a written test, details of which will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

How does Capsticks promote diversity and inclusion?

Capsticks is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment, valuing diversity in education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion, and beliefs.

Are there any specific qualities sought in interview candidates?

Candidates should demonstrate teamwork, attention to detail, organizational skills, proactivity, self-motivation, and the ability to follow procedures with precision during the interview.

Are reasonable adjustments made for candidates during the application and interview process?

Yes, Capsticks is committed to making reasonable adjustments tailored to individual needs to ensure all candidates have the best chance of success.

Delivering results that matter.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1979
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Capsticks is widely known for its specialist understanding of health, housing and social care. Our work and expertise in these complementary areas give us a unique insight into the challenges that they face, particularly as the delivery of their services becomes increasing integrated. Whether we're working in the public, private or third sector, guiding policy or using our expertise in the commercial arena, you name it, we know it inside out.