Graduate Legal Assistant - Warrington, United Kingdom - brookson group

brookson group

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Warrington, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

If you have an interest in law and are looking to join a market-leading company, we would love to hear from you

Working within the Brookson Legal Services team, you will be involved in the independent contractor compliance evaluations, providing advice and guidance to our client base primarily on the Off-Payroll Working Rules in the UK, commonly known as IR35.

As Brookson Legal is part of the global People 2.0 company part of this role may include independent contractor compliance in jurisdictions outside the UK

Internally, the job title for this role is Contractor Status Advisor._

What will you be doing as a Graduate Legal Assistant?

Manage client relationships, provide advice on instructed matters, and ensure compliance with AML, KYC, and conflict check requirements.
Evaluate independent contractors' tax status and handle compliance duties.
Send relevant letters and terms of business to clients promptly.
Participate in client meetings and conduct training sessions.
Maintain uptodate records and ensure accuracy in all systems used.
Manage client payments and chase overdue payments as necessary.

What are the qualities that can help you thrive as a Graduate Legal Assistant?

Essential Experience Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Educated to degree level or equivalent (ideally in Law)
Ability to manage own workload within designated timescales;

Desirable Experience Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Experience in providing services in a law firm in either Employment or Company/Commercial law;
Experience in document administration and compliance.
Experience in other professional service setting.
Experience with Vendor Management Systems (VMS)

In Return for joining us as a Graduate Legal Assistant
Here at Brookson, we want everyone to feel valued and have a sense of belonging.

That is why we offer a wide range of benefits plus an internal commitment to all colleagues around communication, engagement, and professional development.

The benefits for this role include:

Basic salary of £22,000
Hybrid working after training
5% company pension contribution after 3 months
23 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and your Birthday off each year
Free Financial Advice including Mortgages, Savings, Pensions, and more.
Wellbeing benefits including discounted gym membership, direct GP access, and an inhouse Mental Health First Aid team to name a few.