PARALEGAL

• Bristol
• Full time & permanent
• £24,000 - £25,000 p/a DOE
• Minimum 1-year relevant experience required (e.g. paralegal, legal executive, legal assistant)
  Are you looking for a great opportunity to develop your paralegal experience?
  Our client is an award-winning international law firm, and they are looking for a Paralegal to be an essential part of their central team. In this role, you will be providing high-quality support to a range of legal teams alongside other Paralegals and Apprentices.
  In return, you will receive a competitive salary along with a fantastic benefits package with perks including life insurance, private medical insurance, enhanced family leave, and access to a range of firm discounts (just to name a few)!
  This is an exciting opportunity where you will gain skills and experience by working with various legal teams within the business. You will receive bespoke training and access a range of training events to help you along the way.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1-year relevant experience
• A law degree, GDL or equivalent is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  If you’re a motivated and hardworking individual looking to develop your paralegal experience, this could be the next role for you! Apply today!
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £24,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bristol (Bristol): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Paralegal: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In perso

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