FAQs
What is the location of the Assistant Paralegal position?
The position is based in our Bristol office.
What type of work will the Assistant Paralegal be involved in?
The Assistant Paralegal will support both contentious and non-contentious fee earners with document review, collation, pre-action disclosure, data access requests, and the creation of court bundles.
Is previous legal assistant or paralegal experience required?
While previous legal assistant or paralegal experience is preferable, it is not strictly required.
What skills are necessary for the Assistant Paralegal position?
The role requires excellent communication skills, accuracy, good organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently.
What kind of training will be provided?
Full training will be provided on the use of e-disclosure platforms and specific systems needed for the role.
What benefits are offered to employees?
Employees receive a competitive salary, an extensive range of benefits via a flexible benefits scheme, including 25 days holiday (increasing to 30 days with length of service), and private medical insurance.
Is there a focus on work-life balance in this role?
Yes, TLT supports a progressive fully flexible working approach and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Are applicants from diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply?
Yes, TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
What systems will the Assistant Paralegal need to use?
The role requires good knowledge of Word and Outlook, and experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Interwoven, and Relativity would be beneficial.
What does the Document Review and Collation Team (DRC) do?
The DRC team supports both contentious and non-contentious fee earners with a variety of matters, including large-scale projects and legal managed services for clients.