Who we are:

CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.

For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.

About the business:

CRA Legal are recruiting on behalf of a reputable firm who are experts in their field. As market leaders in their area of expertise our client works with some of the worlds leading companies and having an exciting opportunity for a corporate/commercial paralegal candidate to join the team. You will be joining an experienced team with a wealth of experience to draw from.

A unique structure puts each employee at the heart of the firm with agile working an integrated part of this firm also. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced corporate/commercial paralegal or a recent LPC graduate with a strong academic background and a real interest in the corporate world to start their career as a paralegal with a view to qualify as a solicitor.

If successful, you will perform the following role as a Paralegal

• Supporting senior fee earners with a caseload of shareholder plan files
• Advising clients on their legal related matters
• Assisting with complex legal transactions, including tax-advantaged plans, share ownership and executive rewards
• Overseeing a portfolio of international clients
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence
• Document management
• Assisting department colleagues with research and administration support
• Attending to clients on the telephone and in person
• Storage and retrieval of client files/documents in line with filing systems
• Time recording
• Setting up new files accurately and speedily in line with company procedures
• Ensuring confidentiality and security of the company and client documentation and/or information
• Understanding and applying the firm’s money laundering, regulatory and compliance procedures

To apply for the Paralegal position, you will be required to meet the following criteria:

• Recently completed LPC/SQE or due to complete.
• Must have a 1st class LLB degree and a strong academic background
• Keen interest in corporate law

How to apply:

If this vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Miles Lomas email me on [email protected].