Vacancy No. GR29
Overview of the Vacancy
We require a Paralegal to support the Post Completions Executive in our Guildford office. The successful candidate will assist the Post Completions Executive initially with post completion registrations but there is scope for the role to develop and grow.
Qualifications
Within TWM, there are three recognised routes in terms of qualifying as a Paralegal as follows:
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Institute of Paralegals qualifying route: you will be an Associate and have completed Level 3 of studies which requires a minimum of 1 year’s practical legal experience (which TWM required to be is in the specialist area of law in which you are practising. (In total this route will require 3 years of study to achieve Qualified Paralegal status); or
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CLT Specialist Paralegal Course route: you will be completing your one year course and, at the same time, gaining another year of practical legal experience in the specialist area of law in which you are practising; or
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Graduate route: as a Paralegal TWM requires you to be a law graduate.
Essential personal qualities and attributes/ skills, knowledge and abilities
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No previous experience within residential property is required as training will be provided.
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Good IT skills in relevant packages and accurate typing skills
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Very good accuracy levels
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Demonstrates a pro-active approach to work with a positive attitude.
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Communicates professionally with clients, agents and others involved in the conveyancing process, both on the telephone and personally
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Demonstrates a good level of attention to client service, being able to interact competently with both internal and external clients.
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Demonstrates ability and willingness to:
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work to deadlines
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to cope under occasional pressure
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prioritise work-loads effectively
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work as part of a team
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Demonstrates clear commitment to the Firm and a genuine interest in legal work
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Demonstrates a high level of courtesy and respect in dealing with clients, contacts and colleagues.
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Demonstrates a preparedness to take on other tasks as required by fee earner(s)
Desirable skills, knowledge and abilities
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Prior knowledge of Evolution or other case management systems
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Knowledge of law/legal practice
If you are interested, please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@twmsolicitors.com.
No Agencies Please
TWM Solicitors (www.twmsolicitors.com) is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
