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Application deadline 9 September 2024Please note this role is being advertised as a Paralegal but on appointment the job title will be Legal Adviser.Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Grade 3 - £31,133 per annumHours:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Full time -&nbsp;37.5 per week&nbsp;Leave:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;30 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays&nbsp;About Shelter&nbsp;Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,&nbsp;We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.&nbsp;Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.Why Join Shelter? &nbsp;We welcome anyone to apply who possess the qualities and behaviours outlined or who believes they have the propensity to learn them fast. You will be joining an inclusive and supportive team who welcome people from all backgrounds. What’s important isn’t your level of education or the opportunities which you have had, it’s about you and how you seize the opportunities ahead of you.&nbsp;We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. We also offer the following benefits:<ul><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Flexible working practices</li><li>30 days paid holiday plus bank holidays&nbsp;</li><li>Competitive pension scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Salary sacrifice schemes&nbsp;</li></ul>Diversity StatementAt Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home; our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe to win that fight; we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.&nbsp;We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.&nbsp;About the team&nbsp;The Norfolk Legal team is the only legal aid provider in Norfolk and is supervised by a solicitor based out of the Norfolk Hub in Norwich.&nbsp;The Legal Aid contract also extends to the provision of a court duty advisor across the Norfolk courts, and the new HLPAS Stage 1 with an interesting element of covering debt &amp; welfare benefits with an associated threat of possession proceedings. In addition to the Legal team, the Norfolk hub also hosts a Housing Rights team who provide housing advice to the community, as well as a Fundraiser, a Community Organiser and a Lived Experience team, plus law students who volunteer from the university. This structure enables us to provide an integrated and holistic service covering a wide range of issues, advice and campaigns, all committed to defending the right to a safe home. Our Hub One Plan ensures that everyone understands the systemic issues that our clients face in Norfolk, and all the teams have a strategy to play a part in trying to change those issues.&nbsp;About the roleThe role will be as a Legal Adviser in the Norfolk team, including providing advice and assistance under Legal Aid to people on issues such as homelessness and possession proceedings. You will interview and advise clients, contact the opponent to negotiate whether that is the landlord or the local authority, and provide quality (written) legal advice to our clients. Not only will you help clients individually, but will also contribute to the wider Shelter work to end homelessness in Norfolk.&nbsp;Role Specific Responsibilities&nbsp;Our work<ul><li>Carry an active caseload, including litigation under supervision, in the housing category and related areas of law, providing a good standard of professional service and client care.&nbsp;</li><li>Support Solicitors in the conduct of litigation in test and lead cases; be able to identify Judicial Review challenges where required.</li><li>Carry out such casework tasks as may be assigned or delegated by the solicitor and carried out under the supervision of the solicitor, including applying for funding, taking instructions, witness statements, drafting letters, making applications and court representation.&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct court hearings where appropriate under guidance of conducting solicitor or attend hearings with counsel, and under the HLPAS scheme.</li></ul>Process<ul><li>Work in line with systems implemented to ensure smooth running of our legal services.</li><li>Engage with initiatives aimed at delivering best practice, in the sharing of information and learning across teams to bring about continuous improvement of our legal teams.</li></ul>Funding<ul><li>Deliver against chargeable hours expectation, and income targets.</li><li>Adhere to Performance Management guidance to ensure delivery of income and non-income generating work adhering to target expectations, case type mix, KPI measures, write-off rates etc</li></ul>&nbsp;People:&nbsp;<ul><li>Embody our culture to develop and maintain a supportive and empowering environment for our legal teams.&nbsp;</li></ul>About you&nbsp;<ul><li>You will have a knowledge of housing &amp; homelessness law, and issues facing homeless people in Norfolk.</li><li>You will have good communicating skills, both orally and in writing, and ability to adapt those skills according to the abilities of the person you are talking to ie our client group or professionals</li><li>You will be able to work with our computer case management system to keep paperless records of your work.</li><li>It is desirable to have knowledge of legal aid.</li></ul>Required behavioursThe Shelter Behaviours demonstrate the attitudes and approaches we take to our work; from how we do things, how we treat each other and expect to be treated both internally and externally.&nbsp; They help us to have the culture we need to deliver our ambitious strategy.&nbsp;At Shelter we have 5 overall behaviours, that are each made up of 3 descriptors, these are outlined below.We work together to achieve our shared purpose&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>by actively collaborating and putting trust in the people we work with</li><li>by recognising the contribution of others</li><li>by carefully considering the “how” when taking on new projects and initiatives</li></ul>We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset&nbsp;<ul><li>by not tolerating and actively tackling racism and any other forms of hate and discrimination</li><li>by creating safe spaces for people to be their authentic self, challenge each other and learn</li><li>by being compassionate towards the people we work with and prioritising each other’s wellbeing&nbsp;</li></ul>We enable decision making<ul><li>by giving people the tools, they need to make well informed decisions</li><li>by being accountable for the decisions we make</li><li>by delegating authority to those closest to the work</li></ul>We create change and align behind our strategy<ul><li>by participating in change initiatives that deliver our strategy</li><li>by supporting tough strategic choices</li><li>by saying no to work that does not serve our purpose</li></ul>We are open to risk and learning from our experiences<ul><li>by learning from our failures and successes</li><li>by being reflective and giving and receiving feedback</li><li>by being proactive and taking initiative</li></ul>Other information<ul><li>All staff should adhere to Shelter's Equality Policy and will be expected to play a key role in its successful implementation, including Anti Racism work.&nbsp;</li><li>This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.</li></ul>Please noteThis job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within the post at various times and the post-holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this document. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment.May 2024

Paralegal/Legal Adviser - Housing - Shelter

Application deadline: 21 November 2024Competitive salary and benefits per yearNB Capsticks recruits from its paralegal pool for training contractsThe DivisionWe are consistently ranked in the top tier in the Legal 500 and Chambers UK directories for Professional Discipline. Our expertise in both health and regulation sets us apart from the competition.We have handled many thousands of regulatory cases over the last 20 years, covering case investigation, preparation and presentation. We work for seven of the ten health and social care regulators, as well as regulators in legal services and education. We have worked on some of the most complex and high profile cases faced by professional regulators, including for our own regulators, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB).Our reputation across the regulatory sectors built on providing proportionate, timely and high quality case preparation and presentation and a service that demonstrates value for money. Our breadth of experience means that we are at the forefront of regulation, legislative and policy changes and best practice. We have the experience, resources and systems in place to deliver the services to a high quality and within agreed time frames.The Role and ResponsibilitiesThe main role and responsibilities may include some or all of the following (although, this is not an exhaustive list):-- Case management and case progression, under lawyer level supervision;- Evidence&nbsp;reviews and bundle preparation, including identifying disclosable and unused material;- Drafting instructions to counsel and experts;- Liaising with clients, witnesses, experts, counsel and other stakeholders;- Supporting stakeholders through the fitness to practise process, including supporting vulnerable witnesses and those with additional support needs;- Conducting witness interviews and drafting witness statements;- Drafting general correspondence and legal documents;- Assisting lawyers to draft advice to the client on evidence, case prospects and case progression;- Attending conferences and hearings;- Undertaking researchWe believe that everyone should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential. We take a proactive approach to diversity to ensure all of our people are recognised for their talents and skills. We have an open and welcoming culture. A successful candidate will promote and instil in their daily practice the firm’s values: people first, doing the right thing and forward thinking.We like to give people responsibility early on. Supervision, support and relevant training will be provided although the successful applicant will also be encouraged, where appropriate, to use their own initiative and demonstrate a positive, can do approach to their work. Paralegals are encouraged and supported to continue their early careers development with the firm through our bespoke training programmes and exclusive access to our training contracts.Skills and ExperienceCandidates should have:- At least a 2:1 undergraduate degree;- Ideally an LPC or BVC qualification (LPC would be preferred but is not essential)- A passion to work with our clients and make a positive change to peoples’ lives;- Excellent&nbsp; IT skills;- The ability to adhere to and manage deadlines and work to a chargeable hours target;- Good written skills;- Good administration skills;- Good problem solving and communication skills;- Confidence and a person centred approach;Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate at interview that they:- Understand the role applied for and the work undertaken in the team applied for (if known) and the division as a whole;- Have strong organisational skills and a positive, can do attitude;- Have good attention to detail;- Are able to work well under pressure in a fast past environment and be able to respond to the needs of our clients;- Are proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team; and- Are self-motivatedCandidates should be aware:As part of the interview process there will be a written test, details of which will be provided to those candidates the firm calls for interview; and the firm is only able to respond to candidates we call for interview.Capsticks is an inclusive employerAt Capsticks we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone is able to be themselves and reach their full potential. Capsticks is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and therefore we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion and beliefs.We will make reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process to ensure that you have the best chance of success. We understand that there's not a "one size fits all" approach to adjustments so our team will work with you individually to understand more about your requirements.

Paralegal - regulatory - Capsticks

Application deadline: 14 December 2024NB Capsticks recruits trainee solicitors from its paralegal poolThe Division&nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a nationally recognised team who primarily advise and assist Registered Providers of Social Housing across the country in the delivery of new affordable housing.Our work covers a broad spectrum including site/unit acquisition, planning and construction advice, procurement and governance advice, future sales (plots and assets), funding to support future delivery, stock rationalisation, commercial leases, auction sales and keeping up to date with relevant legislative and regulatory changes in the sector which may affect or clients.Our team has a real passion to support our clients achieve the best strategic and commercial outcomes ensuring affordable homes are available for the future.We are friendly, approachable and supportive, encouraging our team to develop and gain new skills to move forward with their careers.The Role and Responsibilities&nbsp;The main role and responsibilities will include helping a partner and solicitors in aspects of their casework including (although, this is not an exhaustive list):-- 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.Skills and ExperienceCandidates should have:- 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; and- Excellent communication skills;Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate at interview that they:- 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; and- Are self-motivatedCandidates should be aware:As part of the interview process there will be a written test, details of which will be provided to those candidates the firm calls for interview; and the firm is only able to respond to candidates we call for interview.Capsticks is an inclusive employerAt Capsticks we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone is able to be themselves and reach their full potential. Capsticks is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and therefore we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion and beliefs.We will make reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process to ensure that you have the best chance of success. We understand that there's not a "one size fits all" approach to adjustments so our team will work with you individually to understand more about your requirements.&nbsp;

Paralegal - Housing and Regeneration - Capsticks

Our client, an established law firm, is seeking a conveyancing secretary to support a very busy partner. The position is available to start immediately. Duties will include, opening files, performing searches and completion statements, post exchange completion administration, completing SDLT forms, communicating with clients and third parties and internal staff. Previous conveyancing experience is essential together with excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and very friendly team. If you have substantial legal property experience and are looking for a busy and varied role with lots of responsibility, please send your cv.

Legal Property Secretary/Paralegal

Property Paralegal / Legal AssistantOur Client a leading multi office practice specialising in property, due to continued growth are now recruiting for experienced Property Paralegal / Legal Assistants to join their property departments in Benfleet and Hockley.You will find a friendly and supportive culture, our client has a reputation for dealing with high-quality work and delivering a first class service .The Role<ul><li>Provide support to fee earners</li><li>Take instructions from clients</li><li>Preparing contract pack for each plot sale when dealing with the new build element of the job</li><li>Chasing enquiries and progress on the matter to ensure a speedy exchange</li><li>Raising client enquiries with solicitors for developers</li><li>Carry out all electronic ID checks, OS2 and Bankruptcy searches</li><li>Issuing contracts and dealing with any related sale or part exchange enquiries</li><li>Support in exchanging contracts and completion transactions</li></ul>The Candidate<ul><li>You will have at least 1 years residential property experience gained within a reputable law firm, Knowledge of conveyancing from start to finish along with new build experience would be preferred</li><li>Strong IT skills, experience with case management systems</li><li>Able to work to deadlines</li><li>Strong communication skills across all channels with developers, solicitors, lenders and clients</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Pension</li><li>Parking</li><li>Monday to Friday 9am 5pm</li><li>20 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure</li><li>Friendly working atmosphere</li></ul>Apply NowIf you feel this is the right opportunity for you, Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2317 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion .For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website.All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Residential Property Paralegal £££ Negotiable DOE £££ + Pay and Role Progression + Exceptional Holiday Package + On-Site Parking Derby / LoughboroughAre you an ambitious Paralegal or Legal Assistant looking for an exciting new position with a rapidly growing firm that offer excellent pay and role progression along with an extensive remuneration package and tailored training to advance your legal career?This company have been established for nearly half a century and operate in multiple legal fields. Being a CQS accredited and LEXCEL chartered firm, there is a clear demonstration of excellence in the service they provide but also the standards all employees are trained to and uphold.This role will involve a wide variety of tasks from file creation and client care correspondence to drafting and fee earning work under the supervision of the relevant fee earner. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of legal principles with a clear ambition for progression and further development.If you are a Property Paralegal or Legal Assistant looking to a new role that encourages progression whilst delivering the highest standards, guided by exceptional fee earners - apply today.The Role:<ul><li>Undertake administrative work and fee earning work under supervision including but not limited to:<ul><li>File creation</li><li>Generation of client care correspondence</li><li>Liaising with clients</li><li>Drafting documents</li><li>Manage files in accordance with the firms procedures</li><li>Attend client and third party meetings in person and online providing required support</li></ul></li></ul>The Person:<ul><li>Experience in a similar position with residential property law</li><li>Ambition to progress and seek further development</li></ul>Job Reference: BBBH14684Keywords: Legal, Law, Paralegal, Assistant, Derby, Loughborough, Progression, Property, Law, ResidentialIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&amp;C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Residential Property Paralegal

Job Title: Residential Property / Conveyancing ParalegalLocation Central LondonSalary: to £30,000 depending on experienceAn established London law firm are looking for a residential property / conveyancing paralegal to join their leading property team and deliver a high-quality service and care to the firms established client base. You will be running your own caseload and dealing with both sales and purchases of properties as well as acting for both landlord and tenants in respect of residential lease extensions. Key duties and will include:<ul><li>Assisting a small team of fee earners with their caseload with all aspects of the transaction from instruction through to post-completion</li><li>Submitting AP1 and SDLT forms</li><li>Liaising with clients, courts, counsel and experts</li><li>File opening</li><li>Companies House Registrations</li><li>AML checks</li><li>File closing including matter balances</li><li>Drafting documents for trial</li><li>Post completion tasks</li><li>Sending out draft contract packs</li></ul>It is essential that you have six months experience in residential property, a good academic background, exceptional client and communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude. This is an exciting role that would suit a paralegal with a few months experience in a local firm now looking to make the move to London. Fantastic training on offer and ideal for an ambitious, motivated candidate.McKinlay Law endeavour to contact all successful candidates within 24 hours. However, due to the volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within 24 hours your application has been unsuccessful and we have not retained your details.

PRIVATE CLIENT PARALEGALThe successful applicant will ideally have: Experience in all aspects of Private Client work; A confident telephone manner; Be able to audio and copy type and deal with general administration dutiesFull-time position available.Salary is commensurate with experience.If you are interested please submit your CV to Tanya Browns Recruitment Group as directed.

PRIVATE CLIENT PARALEGAL

COMMERCIAL CONVEYANCING PARALEGAL/ASSISTANTS Vacancies to join an expanding well-established team.The successful applicant will ideally have: Experience in commercial conveyancing A confident telephone manner handling telephone enquiries from clients and third parties. Be able to audio and copy type; Be proficient with Outlook, Word and preferably ExcelFull and part-time applications considered.Salary is commensurate with experience.If you are interested please submit your CV to Tanya Browns Recruitment Group as directed.

COMMERCIAL CONVEYANCING PARALEGAL/ASSISTANTS

Job Title: Residential Property / Conveyancing Paralegal Location Central LondonSalary: to £30,000 depending on experience An established London law firm are looking for a residential property / conveyancing paralegal to join their leading property team and deliver a high-quality service and care to the firms established client base. You will be running your own caseload and dealing with both sales and purchases of properties as well as acting for both landlord and tenants in respect of residential lease extensions. Key duties and will include:<ul><li>Assisting a small team of fee earners with their caseload with all aspects of the transaction from instruction through to post-completion</li><li>Submitting AP1 and SDLT forms</li><li>Liaising with clients, courts, counsel and experts</li><li>File opening</li><li>Companies House Registrations</li><li>AML checks</li><li>File closing including matter balances</li><li>Drafting documents for trial</li><li>Post completion tasks</li><li>Sending out draft contract packs</li></ul>It is essential that you have six months experience in residential property, a good academic background, exceptional client and communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude. This is an exciting role that would suit a paralegal with a few months experience in a local firm now looking to make the move to London. Fantastic training on offer and ideal for an ambitious, motivated candidate. McKinlay Law endeavour to contact all successful candidates within 24 hours. However, due to the volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within 24 hours your application has been unsuccessful and we have not retained your details.

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