Housing Paralegal

London – £25,000 - £27,000

My client is a Legal 500, award winning law firm currently seeking a Housing Paralegal to join their dynamic and growing team in East Dulwich.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering exceptional client care in managing client matters.
• Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing case files efficiently, meeting deadlines, adhering to precedents, and drafting documents using the case management system.
• Assisting clients with public funding applications.
• Organising, sorting, and indexing large volumes of documents.
• Liaising with local authorities, housing associations, and medical professionals to request and process necessary documentation.
• Preparing hearing bundles.
• Attending and taking notes during internal and client meetings.
• Undertaking ad hoc duties as needed.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A strong commitment to supporting vulnerable clients.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organisational skills and the capacity to thrive under pressure.
• A completed law degree or GDL. Candidates who have completed the LPC or are pursuing/considering the SQE are encouraged to apply.
• A demonstrated interest in social justice through work or community involvement.

Benefits:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities to learn from industry experts and grow within the firm.
• A pathway to career progression in an award-winning organisation.