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New Enquiries ParalegalSlater Gordon • Edinburgh, UK
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New Enquiries Paralegal

New Enquiries Paralegal

Slater Gordon • Edinburgh, UK
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Vacancy

Slater and Gordon are a leading law firm and our mission is to give people access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case.

We are currently recruiting for a talented Paralegal to join our award winning team in Scotland, assisting with fee earners with claims. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about the work they do, the service they provide and getting the best results for their clients.

Please note: As part of this role it is also expected to take new enquiry calls from potential clients and assist with onboarding them.

Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive headlines we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors.

At Slater and Gordon Lawyers we are inclusive. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. We believe diversity drives innovation. So, we’re building a culture where difference is valued. Our culture motivates our employees to give their full selves to the job and invest in the company’s future. Our people see value in their work and are eager to do well in their roles. Our values ensure that all our employees are working towards the same goals.

If you have got the talent, ambition and focus and are looking for a stimulating and rewarding career we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities to include:


  • Provide legal and administrative support to fee earner(s) on their client matters.
  • Taking new enquiry calls from potential clients and assist with onboarding them.
  • Manage a high volume of work, provided by multiple Lawyers. Adapt to the individual needs of a number of lawyers, each with their own priorities and ways of working.
  • Work in fast paced environment whilst maintaining quality of output.
  • Produce complex documents, briefs and witness statements through plain English (verbal and written communication). Research and apply an understanding of the law within own Practice Group.
  • Ensure efficient file management including adherence to timescales, compliance with precedents, letters or documents on the case management system with appropriate supervision.
  • Support Senior Lawyers with meetings with clients, counsel and expert witnesses.


About you:


  • Knowledge and understanding of basic legal concepts learnt from legal education such as undergraduate law, LLM, LPC, GDL or ILEX study; or equivalent work experience; or successful completion of the Paralegal Apprenticeship scheme.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite and relevant practice and business IT systems, particularly Mattersphere and Aderant.
  • Excellent typing skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to think logically and analytically.
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders.
  • Commercially aware and highly motivated
  • Good attention to detail;
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills;

What we offer in return:

We offer a hybrid working environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday allowance plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection insurance

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