Trainee Solicitor
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Position Overview & Specifications
Terrells LLP seeks a multiple talented Family Paralegal/ Trainee on a full-time, permanent basis. We are a Lexcel accredited practice in Peterborough actively seeking a paralegal/Trainee to assist with a broad range of family matters. Successful candidates will be involved in the continued growth of the business, whilst ensuring excellent client care at all times. Terrells LLP are keen to develop individuals and encourage Training, growth and professional progress.
Candidate will be required to work in the office, Monday – Friday.
Responsibilities
- Processing incoming telephone calls;
- Welcoming clients;
- Taking new enquiries;
- Opening and closing files;
- Conveying messages;
- Providing administrative support;
- Assisting fee earners with work on files; and
-Assisting with the post and administrative tasks.
The Candidate
- Administration assistants, Paralegals or Trainee with a keen eye for detail;
- Previous family law experience is desirable but not essential;
- Experience of working within a law firm is desirable but not essential;
- Excellent communication skills, ability to build relationships with clients;
- A flexible team player; and
- Good working knowledge of Case Management Systems, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is essential.
Benefits
- Salary dependent on experience;
- Genuine career progression opportunity, training contract opportunities for an ambitious and experienced paralegal; and
- Free parking.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £21,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Clients are not currently attending the office, social distancing and masks are required in the office.
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Solicitor roles across Terrells LLP's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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