We have a fantastic opportunity for a paralegal/legal assistant to join our Corporate and Commercial team. The role will support and participate in client work undertaken by the team and is a full-time, office-based position in Chester, working Monday to Friday from 8:45 am to 5:15 pm.
At Oliver & Co, we pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people are happy to come every day, and where talented, successful individuals can advance their careers.
We are one of the few UK law firms that are 100% employee-owned, ensuring all staff are valued and rewarded equally, regardless of role or employment status.
We seek individuals with:
- A bright and enthusiastic personality;
- A strong track record in their endeavors;
- Commercial thinking and action;
- A willingness to learn and grow; and
- A desire to contribute to an ambitious, driven team.
The Role
Applicants should have a strong interest in Corporate & Commercial law, providing services to owner-managed and SME businesses, from startups to established companies planning growth or exit strategies.
This is a graduate-level entry role, with a law degree not mandatory. The successful candidate will gain experience in areas including:
- Acquisitions & Disposals
- Employee Ownership Trusts
- Corporate Finance
- Restructuring
- Share Option Schemes
- Shareholders Agreements
- Business Start-Ups
- Contractual Frameworks
- Agency, Distribution & Franchising
- E-Commerce
- Data Protection
- IP Rights.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining files using our case management system (Leap);
- Handling calls and client inquiries efficiently and politely;
- Preparing and managing correspondence, including letters and emails;
- Prioritizing tasks and ensuring smooth office operations;
- Providing excellent customer service and handling client relationships sensitively;
- Recognizing and escalating potential client issues;
- Conducting client ID and identity checks;
- Preparing legal letters and invoices;
- Managing files and archiving;
- Upholding professional standards, confidence, and integrity.
Skills
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work independently and in a team;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Teams;
- Effective and courteous communication;
- Calm and accurate under pressure;
- Prioritization skills;
- Willingness to learn new technologies;
- Organized with high initiative;
- Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity;
- A proactive, positive attitude.
This role offers high-level support to solicitors and team members, ensuring efficient and professional service delivery.
Experience in a law firm or corporate setting is preferred but not essential; training will be provided. The right candidate will be eager to learn, committed to high standards, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
Company benefits include:
- Profit sharing after 6 months;
- Employee ownership and influence on company success;
- Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays, with carry-over);
- Extra holiday at Christmas;
- Employee Assistance Programme with health and wellbeing benefits;
- Discounts on legal fees;
- Confidential support and counselling services;
- Company pension scheme;
- Career development and qualifications support;
- In-house training and courses;
- Birthday gifts and social events;
- Enhanced maternity pay.
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