Family Paralegal

We are seeking a Paralegal to join our friendly family team at Woollcombe Yonge.

The successful candidate will be required to assist fee earners in our  family team.

Previous experience is preferred. Ideally a minimum of 1 years’ experience in family law.

 The candidate must have the following essential skills for the role:

1. Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
2. A strong user knowledge of IT packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
3. Be a team player focused on providing an exceptional service with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Organisation skills
5. Strong interpersonal skills communicating with clients, counsel and courts

Tasks will include the following:

1. Liaising with clients, solicitors and other professionals via telephone, face to face and by correspondence.
2. Preparation of letters, attendance notes, statements and bills etc.
3. Preparing bundles and dealing with disclosure
4. Drafting/reviewing documents such as Court documents and Witness Statements
5. Submission of Court documents
6. Providing support with basic financial tasks, including invoice preparation, tracking case-related expenses and maintaining accurate accounting records
7. Handling administrative tasks such as maintaining case files and diary management.
8. Other general admin tasks such as File opening and closing

Job Type: Full time. Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 hour for lunch.

Salary: Remuneration is competitive and dependent upon experience.

Location: Plymouth, PL4 0BD. Please note this is an office-based role.

What to expect working at Woollcombe Yonge

• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days per year
• PLUS public holidays
• PLUS an extended Christmas break
• Work / life balance is encouraged
• Full time hours are 35 hours a week (Our office hours are 9am-5pm)
• City centre location close to the sea and all amenities
• Hybrid working where appropriate
• Death in Service insurance cover
• Progression and training opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Annual Christmas party
• Team socials
• Company rate parking where available
• On site Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing champions
• As much tea & coffee as you can drink!

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and suitability for the role to Partner: wg@wysolicitors.co.uk

Woollcombe Yonge LLP is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilitie