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Contract Paralegal - Bristol

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TLT LLP

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You need admin and telephone handling experience, empathy with clients, proactive attention to detail, and strong organizational and time management skills.
  • You will manage your own sale files, prepare documents, process new matters, update clients, handle workflow, and ensure timely billing at exchange.

Requirements

  • Previous administration experience
  • Previous telephone handling experience
  • To demonstrate a natural empathy/affinity with Clients and a good telephone manner, with a clear diction
  • Proactivity and attention to detail
  • Organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for own caseload of sale files, referring all legal aspects to the Team Supervisor or Team Manager
  • Preparation of communications, contracts and documents as instructed by senior Fee Earners
  • Processing new matters using case management system
  • Use case management system to action workflow entries on a daily basis and from the Schedule for individual files
  • Regularly update clients and asset managers as to progress of matters.
  • Ensure that all matters are billed promptly at exchange

FAQs

What is the duration of the Contract Paralegal position?

The position is initially a 3-month contract with the possibility of extension or more permanent contracts.

Where is the Contract Paralegal position based?

The role is office-based in Bristol.

What is the nature of the work the Lender Sales team handles?

The Lender Sales team deals with the sales of properties that have been taken into possession, involving traditional conveyancing with a unique twist due to the nature of the work.

What are the main responsibilities of a Contract Paralegal in this role?

Responsibilities include managing a caseload of sale files, preparing communications and documents, processing new matters, updating clients and asset managers, and ensuring timely billing at exchange.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Candidates should have previous administration and telephone handling experience, demonstrate empathy and a good telephone manner, show proactivity and attention to detail, and possess organizational and time management skills.

Who does the Lender Sales team act for?

The team acts for banks, building societies, other secured lenders, and third-party services in repossession conveyancing.

What type of environment does TLT promote?

TLT promotes an open and collaborative culture, encouraging everyone to be their whole self, have a voice, and contribute.

How is TLT recognized in the legal industry?

In 2021, TLT was named The Lawyer’s Law Firm of the Year, highlighting its success and reputation in the legal sector.

Is there a possibility of working for TLT in different locations?

Yes, TLT has offices in Bristol, Manchester, Glasgow, and Belfast, allowing for potential opportunities across different locations.

How does TLT support professional growth for its employees?

TLT focuses on protecting, preparing, and progressing its people, clients, and communities, ensuring that employees are well-supported in their professional development.

For what comes next. UK Law Firm of the Year 2022

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re your business advisers as well as your lawyers, working in step with you to protect your interests today and progress your ambitions for tomorrow. With local, national and international reach, we draw on our diverse expertise to find solutions and look forward to create new opportunities. In an unpredictable world, your business adapts and evolves to succeed, and so do we. Bringing together our expertise with efficient processes and integrated technology, we’ll anticipate change to keep you ahead of your challenges. Our approach is for the long term, in our relationships and in the sustainability of our actions, and we’ll work with you to put people and planet at the forefront. Your success is our responsibility. No half measures, part of your team and with you every step of the way. Winners of UK Law Firm of the Year, British Legal Awards 2022.