Paralegal/Advocate

Avocet Legal Careers is currently looking to recruit a graduate Paralegal/Advocate to join a private company offering legal services on a fully remote basis.

The ideal candidate will have, as a minimum, a 2:1 Law degree or equivalent, and will be happy working on a fully remote basis. You will have excellent written and verbal skills, as well as exceptional drafting and advocacy skills. This role offers fantastic fast-tracked progression opportunities to Advocate level, with full training provided.

Paralegal/Advocate responsibilities include:
  • Working alongside a team of experienced Administrators, Paralegals and Advocates
  • Drafting representations on behalf of clients
  • Reviewing medical documentation and evidence
  • Reviewing client\'s circumstances and needs
  • Progressing to Advocate level utilising advocacy skills
Paralegal/Advocate requirements:
  • You will be a Law Graduate or equivalent with a minimum 2:1 classification
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • You will have exceptional document drafting skills
  • You will have strong advocacy skills
  • Good computer skills to include working with Outlook, Excel, and Word
Benefits:
  • £25,500 per annum starting salary for training period only with regular increases in salary with experience
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Progression opportunities
  • Fully remote working with all equipment provided

If you are a Law Graduate looking for the first step in your legal career and your preference would be to work fully remotely, please get in touch with Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers today.

Salary: GBP 25500 - 35700 per year
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