Private Client Paralegal in Otley

Buckles Law is an award‑winning firm that provides world‑class client experience and services on a comprehensive range of legal services to both businesses and individuals in the UK and internationally. We recognise that all this is possible due to our team of highly dedicated, enthusiastic professionals across our locations. We pride ourselves on providing a positive work environment where independent thinking and new ideas are actively encouraged and where every member of the team genuinely can make a difference.

We are recruiting for an experienced Paralegal to join our busy and growing Private Client department in Cambridge for a full‑time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30) permanent role. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑performing and innovative law firm.

As a Paralegal, you are a key member of the legal team whose work can range from proactive interaction with clients, document production and legal drafting, administrative and legal secretarial tasks to legal research. Ideally, the successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to develop strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of how the business works.
• Draft correspondence/documents for review by relevant legal professionals.
• Use IT systems and other resources to effectively improve efficiency, quality and service levels.
• Actively raise the profile of the firm within the chosen marketplace and conduct oneself in business and personal life in a manner which does not adversely affect the reputation of the firm.
• Deliver their individual fee target and meet agreed Key Performance Indicators with minimal supervision.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and build appropriate relationships with clients.
• Adhere to agreed quality procedures and management systems.
• Continually develop technical and non‑technical skills to meet client and firm requirements and demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work.
• Occasional travel required for business development, meetings and training purposes.

Based in our Cambridge office, you'll manage your own caseload while delivering a high standard of client service in line with our firm's values and ways of working. You'll work closely with colleagues across the business, collaborating with and supporting teams across all our office locations. As a growing and evolving firm, we offer a varied role where responsibilities may develop over time, providing opportunities to broaden your experience and contribute to the wider success of the team.

• Ideally relevant professional qualifications and/or relevant industry experience. In the absence of the above, a strong academic record.
• A basic legal understanding of Private Client.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Appropriate empathic qualities given the nature of the work.
• Working knowledge of case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ideally experience in Private Client.

• Professional business‑like appearance and conduct.
• A strong team player with a motivational hands‑on approach with the ability to identify and deliver what is required.
• Uses initiative, drives, plans and organises own time and workload to successfully meet deadlines and can autonomously prioritise their caseload.
• A measured and rational approach to problem solving.
• Ability to deliver under pressure without compromising on accuracy and to maintain a high level of performance in assigned areas of work.
• Flexibility to respond quickly and effectively.
• Deals confidently and diplomatically with clients and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrates integrity and congruence when dealing with people.

Buckles recognises the success of every employee; working with you to ensure you have what you need to maximise your potential and develop your career. Alongside a host of development, professionally and personally, we offer some fantastic benefits, which include (but not limited to): 25 days annual leave + all UK bank holidays.