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Commercial Paralegal

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Hays

2021-12-03 08:54:35

Job location Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Legal

Job description

Reputable premium law firm looking for commercial paralegal in Dorset

Your new company

A reputable, regional law firm with over 300 years history, with multiple offices nationwide.

Your new role

* Time Recording chargeable and non-chargeable time as directed (where applicable)
* Achieving Fee Earning targets as directed (where applicable)
* Manage client interaction effectively and professionally; over the phone, face to face and via correspondence
* Assisting in the timely transactions and the effect of financial controls as directed and in accordance with departmental procedures including timely and effective management of monthly Aged Debtors report
* Ensuring all file records are kept current and case management procedures are maintained effectively (includes file closing)
* Obtaining funds on account as directed
* Collecting outstanding disbursements in a timely manner as directed
* Rendering timely interim bills (as appropriate) as directed
* Monitoring work in progress and ensuring client kept informed accordingly as directed
* Ensuring that the highest level of professional standards and client care are maintained
* Maintaining an effective diary system in liaison with support staff
* Ensuring conducive working relationships with clients, colleagues and other associated third parties
* Ensuring that any work\/matter related issues that may detrimentally affect the Firm, are brought to the immediate attention of the head of department.
* Maximising potential cross selling opportunities across the Firm

What you'll need to succeed

* Legal Professional with relevant law degree, such as LLB or LLM etc.
* Candidate with commercial paralegal experiences or relevant paralegal experiences from private practice will be highly preferred
* Excellent communication skills, approachable, team-working skills, can work under pressure
* Open to travel, comfortable with an office working environment.

What you'll get in return

* Competitive total salary, with flexible working pattern.
* Excellent team culture.
* Good holiday package, including extra days around Christmas and Birthday.
* Potential to develop within the firm in the long term.

What you need to do now

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