Paralegal in Leicester

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Commercial Property Team in Leicester. This role is for anyone with a keen interest in this area of law and looking to utilise their law degree. For suitable candidates, this role also has the potential for the firm's support to complete their SQE and develop their skills simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Drafting documents and letters of advice to clients under supervision
• Drafting and completing basic legal documents and forms with limited supervision
• Researching legal issues on behalf of other fee earners
• Preparing document bundles for fee earners as required
• Taking responsibility for administrative tasks, i.e. coordinating the administration of seminars
• Taking messages about initial advice queries and passing them on to the relevant fee earner
• The efficient management of client/matter files to include general filing, file opening, preparation of client care letters and terms and conditions, file closure and archiving
• Undertaking any other duties as required
• Liaise with clients via telephone and email
• Attend client meetings both in person and on the telephone, as requested by the fee earner
• Attend meetings and take notes as required

A little about you

• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Be results focused and driven to deliver
• A good eye for detail
• Good organisation and time management abilities
• Excellent team player
• Motivated with a strong commitment to learning
• Prior paralegal experience would be advantageous

About Howes Percival

At Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base.

As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service.

Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working:

• We achieved a three-star 'World Class' accreditation in the top 75 "Best Companies" (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked 5th in the top 75 "UK's Best Large Companies to Work For" category for 2025.
• We have been ranked #1 Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies for 2025 and #1 company in the East Midlands region.
• We have been accredited with "Investors in People" since 1996 and were shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023.
• Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in-house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from.
• We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid 'charity day' per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well-being calendar with a wide range of regular events.