Paralegal - Reading, United Kingdom - Maxim Recruitment Solutions

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A superb opportunity has come up for a
Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our client's team at a highly regarded legal practice.


The Paralegal/Legal Assistant will be responsible for assisting the designated department with administrative duties and taking on their own caseload. Therefore the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters in a professional manor is critical.

Duties and responsibilities include:


  • Document management collating and checking documents, preparation of files
  • Assisting with day to day tasks for the lawyers
  • Drafting letters and reports to client
  • Research tasks and analysis of documents in order to provide advice
  • Ensure files are kept up to date, accurate and in accordance with company procedure
  • Assisting with the preparation of statements
  • Assisting with updates to case stakeholders

Essential skills:


  • Flexible and willing within a busy team environment
  • Accurate with good attention to detail
  • Good communication skills
  • Good time management skills
  • Highly organised
  • IT literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Preferably have a minimum of a degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)
The salary for this role is between £26,000 - £28,000. They have a reputation of paying over market rate to attract the very best staff. There is also a very lucrative benefits package available with the role.

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