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DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services.

We listen to our clients and there is a growing desire for legal and business services to be delivered in an easier and more efficient way. So, we've built our business and designed our range of services on this principle. 
 
We have three offerings – Legal Services, Legal Operations and Business Services.  

Our ability to seamlessly combine any number of these services to deliver bespoke solutions for our clients is our key differentiator. Delivered through our global teams across eight core sectors, our Integrated Legal Management approach delivers greater efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients without compromising on quality or service.



DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services.

You need a law degree, LPC or relevant experience, strong analytical and organizational skills, IT proficiency, excellent communication, flexibility, attention to detail, and business acumen.

You will handle diverse real estate tasks, including document drafting, due diligence, client liaising, time recording, and supporting junior colleagues while meeting deadlines and KPIs.

Bachelors

Legal

Manchester

<p>DWF is a global legal business providing high quality legal services across legal advice and managed services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.</p><p>About the role</p><ul><li>To proactively complete activities across a wide range of standardised work types, (either as individual tasks or as part of a broader project) spanning a range of Real Estate work types including (but not limited to) asset management, SDLT returns, Land Registry engagement, post completion work, due diligence</li><li>To support the delivery of more complex activities/escalations within the work types, requiring a more in depth practice area knowledge</li><li>Liaising with instructors of work regarding return dates, managing their expectations and securing feedback to achieve service excellence and improve quality.</li><li>Maintaining and developing sufficient competence and legal/technical knowledge to work effectively with the appropriate level of supervision. You will be required to demonstrate your legal experience alongside an ability to work with a degree of autonomy.</li><li>Proactivity in identifying potential issues and ability to suggest solutions to improve client's experiences and your own technical knowledge.</li><li>Assisting other junior colleagues where appropriate with training and guidance.</li><li>Undertaking tasks as delegated to you in a time and cost effective manner, adhering to deadlines where provided.</li><li>Ensuring accurate time recording of both chargeable and non-chargeable activity.</li><li>Understanding the role in the context of the practice area and proactively seeking to increase contribution via the allocation of work.</li><li>Interpreting financial information to monitor your own performance against agreed targets ensuring there’s an ability to explain any differential.</li><li>Filing all emails and electronic documents into the relevant document management folders.</li><li>Working towards achievement of individual KPI's and contributing to team performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Typical tasks would include:</strong></p><ul><li>Drafting legal documents and standard forms;</li><li>Document review exercises;</li><li>Reviewing and reporting on documents as part of due diligence exercises;</li><li>Reviewing registers of title and answering basic title queries;</li><li>Liaising with clients and third parties in respect of transactions, where appropriate;</li><li>Managing electronic data sites including uploading and ordering documentation;</li><li>Providing pre and post completion support on transactional work areas;</li><li>Preparation of stamp duty land tax submissions and Land Registry applications;</li><li>Legal research;</li><li>Proof reading.</li></ul><p>About you</p><ul><li>A law degree</li><li>LPC or 12 months prior experience of/ within the specific legal field/ technical skills set required to undertake the role with a proven track record of success both in terms of financial results and client service</li><li>Evaluation and analytical skills, good time management and commercial awareness</li><li>Basic to intermediate IT and keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and database programmes such as Lexis Library, Lawtel, Westlaw and Practical Law for carrying out legal research.</li><li>Excellent administration / organisational skills.</li><li>A good team spirit with proven team working skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Flexibility, willingness to learn on the job and to participate in learning and development opportunities.</li><li>Attention to detail.</li><li>Common sense and the ability to exercise judgement.</li><li>Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks</li><li>Business acumen and an understanding of the clients' needs</li><li>Ability to build effective professional relationships across all levels of the organisation</li></ul>

DWF is a global legal business providing high quality legal services across legal advice and managed services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.About the roleTo proactively complete activities across a wide range of standardised work types, (either as individual tasks or as part of a broader project) spanning a range of Real Estate work types including (but not limited to) asset management, SDLT returns, Land Registry engagement, post completion work, due diligenceTo support the delivery of more complex activities/escalations within the work types, requiring a more in depth practice area knowledgeLiaising with instructors of work regarding return dates, managing their expectations and securing feedback to achieve service excellence and improve quality.Maintaining and developing sufficient competence and legal/technical knowledge to work effectively with the appropriate level of supervision. You will be required to demonstrate your legal experience alongside an ability to work with a degree of autonomy.Proactivity in identifying potential issues and ability to suggest solutions to improve client's experiences and your own technical knowledge.Assisting other junior colleagues where appropriate with training and guidance.Undertaking tasks as delegated to you in a time and cost effective manner, adhering to deadlines where provided.Ensuring accurate time recording of both chargeable and non-chargeable activity.Understanding the role in the context of the practice area and proactively seeking to increase contribution via the allocation of work.Interpreting financial information to monitor your own performance against agreed targets ensuring there’s an ability to explain any differential.Filing all emails and electronic documents into the relevant document management folders.Working towards achievement of individual KPI's and contributing to team performance.Typical tasks would include:Drafting legal documents and standard forms;Document review exercises;Reviewing and reporting on documents as part of due diligence exercises;Reviewing registers of title and answering basic title queries;Liaising with clients and third parties in respect of transactions, where appropriate;Managing electronic data sites including uploading and ordering documentation;Providing pre and post completion support on transactional work areas;Preparation of stamp duty land tax submissions and Land Registry applications;Legal research;Proof reading.About youA law degreeLPC or 12 months prior experience of/ within the specific legal field/ technical skills set required to undertake the role with a proven track record of success both in terms of financial results and client serviceEvaluation and analytical skills, good time management and commercial awarenessBasic to intermediate IT and keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and database programmes such as Lexis Library, Lawtel, Westlaw and Practical Law for carrying out legal research.Excellent administration / organisational skills.A good team spirit with proven team working skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Flexibility, willingness to learn on the job and to participate in learning and development opportunities.Attention to detail.Common sense and the ability to exercise judgement.Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasksBusiness acumen and an understanding of the clients' needsAbility to build effective professional relationships across all levels of the organisation

Paralegal - DWF

Join DWF’s dynamic Real Estate team as paralegal in Manchester, where you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality legal services across a variety of work types.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This position offers significant development opportunities, allowing you to enhance your legal expertise and grow within an inclusive and supportive environment that empowers you to achieve your full potential.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;DWF is a global legal business providing high quality legal services across legal advice and managed services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;To proactively complete activities across a wide range of standardised work types, (either as individual tasks or as part of a broader project) spanning a range of Real Estate work types including (but not limited to) asset management, SDLT returns, Land Registry engagement, post completion work, due diligence&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To support the delivery of more complex activities/escalations within the work types, requiring a more in depth practice area knowledge&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaising with instructors of work regarding return dates, managing their expectations and securing feedback to achieve service excellence and improve quality.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintaining and developing sufficient competence and legal/technical knowledge to work effectively with the appropriate level of supervision. You will be required to demonstrate your legal experience alongside an ability to work with a degree of autonomy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proactivity in identifying potential issues and ability to suggest solutions to improve client's experiences and your own technical knowledge.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assisting other junior colleagues where appropriate with training and guidance.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Undertaking tasks as delegated to you in a time and cost effective manner, adhering to deadlines where provided.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensuring accurate time recording of both chargeable and non-chargeable activity.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Understanding the role in the context of the practice area and proactively seeking to increase contribution via the allocation of work.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Interpreting financial information to monitor your own performance against agreed targets ensuring there’s an ability to explain any differential.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Filing all emails and electronic documents into the relevant document management folders.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Working towards achievement of individual KPI's and contributing to team performance.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Typical tasks would include&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Drafting legal documents and standard forms;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Document review exercises;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reviewing and reporting on documents as part of due diligence exercises;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reviewing registers of title and answering basic title queries;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaising with clients and third parties in respect of transactions, where appropriate;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Managing electronic data sites including uploading and ordering documentation;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Providing pre and post completion support on transactional work areas;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preparation of stamp duty land tax submissions and Land Registry applications;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Legal research;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proof reading.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A law degree&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;LPC or 12 months prior experience of/ within the specific legal field/ technical skills set required to undertake the role with a proven track record of success both in terms of financial results and client service&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Evaluation and analytical skills, good time management and commercial awareness&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Basic to intermediate IT and keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and database programmes such as Lexis Library, Lawtel, Westlaw and Practical Law for carrying out legal research.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent administration / organisational skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A good team spirit with proven team working skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent written and verbal communication skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Flexibility, willingness to learn on the job and to participate in learning and development opportunities.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Attention to detail.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Common sense and the ability to exercise judgement.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business acumen and an understanding of the clients' needs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to build effective professional relationships across all levels of the organisation&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support for more details follow this link https//www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In the event that external support is required to fill a vacancy, the role will be shared exclusively with select agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. We request recruitment agencies not to send unsolicited candidate submissions to DWF, no fees will be applicable.

Paralegal (2741)

Paralegal

You must build trusting relationships, communicate regularly, understand market dynamics, identify opportunities and risks, and maintain visibility and accessibility while managing client relationships.

You will update your legal expertise, manage financial targets, enhance DWF’s profile, support team objectives, and improve internal practices.

Dublin

<p>About us:</p><p>DWF is a global legal business providing high quality legal services across legal advice and managed services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.</p><p>About the role:</p><p>To deliver expertise within Global Specialty and Financial Risks, contributing actively to practice area targets and assessing risk where necessary. To coach and delegate as required and manage client expectations to ensure high levels of service delivery both internally and externally.</p><ul><li>Maintain an understanding of the latest developments in relevant field of expertise and to regularly seek to update skills in addition to and outside of the CPD process;</li><li>Be accountable for individual and team financial management ensuring a pro-active approach is taken to meeting individual and team targets;</li><li>Raise individual profile and that of DWF LLP through coverage in the legal press and DWF promotional material, assisting to maximise own revenue with existing clients through the introduction of clients to other practice groups where applicable;</li><li>Support others to deliver their objectives, giving relevant guidance and assisting in relevant development for the individual/s when necessary;</li><li>To look outside of the Firm for new ways of working and seek to continually challenge and improve internal working practices through the professional application of skills and knowledge;</li><li>Develop strong internal and external working relationships based on trust and respect, ensuring there is regular communication within the practice group and with the external client;</li><li>Understand the relevant marketplace and identify what opportunities and risks exist and how DWF can exploit or prepare for them;</li><li>Maintain visibility and accessibility across the team and manage client relationships during delivery of service.</li></ul><p>What we offer:</p><p>We offer a positive, friendly, supportive and collegiate approach to working with others. At our core is a belief that an inclusive, supportive working environment allows people to more easily be themselves, develop much more quickly and be happier at work. Everyone in the team supports this ethos.</p><p>We want you to feel valued and rewarded.</p><p>We understand the importance of offering you a reward package that goes beyond just salary. When you join DWF you’ll be given a choice. You can pick from a range of benefits, allowing you to build a package that suits your and your family's needs and lifestyle.</p><p>Our standard benefits cover medical insurance, life insurance, pension and 25 days annual leave. Our other flexible benefits include season ticket loans, gym memberships, health assessments, cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers and a buy as you earn share scheme. You will also have access to additional wellbeing programs such as an online GP and an Employee Assistance Programme.</p><p>DWF has adopted a hybrid working model, so our people enjoy a mix of home and office working.</p><p>We would love to hear from you and discuss your career at DWF.</p>

About us:DWF is a global legal business providing high quality legal services across legal advice and managed services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.About the role:To deliver expertise within Global Specialty and Financial Risks, contributing actively to practice area targets and assessing risk where necessary. To coach and delegate as required and manage client expectations to ensure high levels of service delivery both internally and externally.Maintain an understanding of the latest developments in relevant field of expertise and to regularly seek to update skills in addition to and outside of the CPD process;Be accountable for individual and team financial management ensuring a pro-active approach is taken to meeting individual and team targets;Raise individual profile and that of DWF LLP through coverage in the legal press and DWF promotional material, assisting to maximise own revenue with existing clients through the introduction of clients to other practice groups where applicable;Support others to deliver their objectives, giving relevant guidance and assisting in relevant development for the individual/s when necessary;To look outside of the Firm for new ways of working and seek to continually challenge and improve internal working practices through the professional application of skills and knowledge;Develop strong internal and external working relationships based on trust and respect, ensuring there is regular communication within the practice group and with the external client;Understand the relevant marketplace and identify what opportunities and risks exist and how DWF can exploit or prepare for them;Maintain visibility and accessibility across the team and manage client relationships during delivery of service.What we offer:We offer a positive, friendly, supportive and collegiate approach to working with others. At our core is a belief that an inclusive, supportive working environment allows people to more easily be themselves, develop much more quickly and be happier at work. Everyone in the team supports this ethos.We want you to feel valued and rewarded.We understand the importance of offering you a reward package that goes beyond just salary. When you join DWF you’ll be given a choice. You can pick from a range of benefits, allowing you to build a package that suits your and your family's needs and lifestyle.Our standard benefits cover medical insurance, life insurance, pension and 25 days annual leave. Our other flexible benefits include season ticket loans, gym memberships, health assessments, cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers and a buy as you earn share scheme. You will also have access to additional wellbeing programs such as an online GP and an Employee Assistance Programme.DWF has adopted a hybrid working model, so our people enjoy a mix of home and office working.We would love to hear from you and discuss your career at DWF.

Solicitor - DWF

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 About us: 
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   DWF is a global legal business providing high quality legal services across legal advice and managed services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
 </div> About the role: 
 <p> To deliver expertise within Global Specialty and Financial Risks, contributing actively to practice area targets and assessing risk where necessary. To coach and delegate as required and manage client expectations to ensure high levels of service delivery both internally and externally.</p>
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  <li> Maintain an understanding of the latest developments in relevant field of expertise and to regularly seek to update skills in addition to and outside of the CPD process;</li>
  <li> Be accountable for individual and team financial management ensuring a pro-active approach is taken to meeting individual and team targets;</li>
  <li> Raise individual profile and that of DWF LLP through coverage in the legal press and DWF promotional material, assisting to maximise own revenue with existing clients through the introduction of clients to other practice groups where applicable;</li>
  <li> Support others to deliver their objectives, giving relevant guidance and assisting in relevant development for the individual/s when necessary;</li>
  <li> To look outside of the Firm for new ways of working and seek to continually challenge and improve internal working practices through the professional application of skills and knowledge;</li>
  <li> Develop strong internal and external working relationships based on trust and respect, ensuring there is regular communication within the practice group and with the external client;</li>
  <li> Understand the relevant marketplace and identify what opportunities and risks exist and how DWF can exploit or prepare for them;</li>
  <li> Maintain visibility and accessibility across the team and manage client relationships during delivery of service.</li>
 </ul> What we offer: 
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   We offer a positive, friendly, supportive and collegiate approach to working with others. At our core is a belief that an inclusive, supportive working environment allows people to more easily be themselves, develop much more quickly and be happier at work. Everyone in the team supports this ethos.
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  <br> We want you to feel valued and rewarded.
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  <br> We understand the importance of offering you a reward package that goes beyond just salary. When you join DWF you’ll be given a choice. You can pick from a range of benefits, allowing you to build a package that suits your and your family's needs and lifestyle.
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   Our standard benefits cover medical insurance, life insurance, pension and 25 days annual leave. Our other flexible benefits include season ticket loans, gym memberships, health assessments, cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers and a buy as you earn share scheme. You will also have access to additional wellbeing programs such as an online GP and an Employee Assistance Programme.
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  <br> DWF has adopted a hybrid working model, so our people enjoy a mix of home and office working.
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  <br> We would love to hear from you and discuss your career at DWF.
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  <i><br> Our recruitment process will comprise of interviews and, at times, a written exercise, an assessment day and/or a presentation. We want to make sure we do all we can to make this a positive experience for you. Please click the following link (</i><i>https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles/</i><i>) which will take you through a simple process to identify any adjustments or additional support we can provide beforehand or on the day.</i>
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