Fast growing UK law firm based in the City of London is looking to hire a new Paralegal Manager to join the firm – this is a newly created role and will be responsible for the management of all Paralegals in London.
Salary £80-90,000 with flexibility
Hybrid Working (3 days in the office / 2 days remotely)
Exciting new role with Autonomy!
Key duties for the Paralegal Manager:
- Manage and take responsibility for utilisation, absence management and monitor the appropriate distribution of the paralegals workload
- Develop and implement an induction program, onboarding process and training program for new paralegals
- Act as the primary contact for Partner and lawyer queries to ensure the appropriates service is delivered and expectations are managed and met
- Develop, propose and implement procedures and best practices for the paralegal department
- Oversee all aspects of paralegal performance
- Identify and confirm paralegal hiring needs
- Monitor and approve holiday, absence and overtime requests through a thorough understanding of business needs and with oversight of resources;
- Work collaboratively and proactively with HR to identify and take ownership of performance management/development and reviews, capability and ER issues, learning & development requirements and absence management etc
- Manage performance reviews
Key Requirements for the Paralegal Manager:
- Minimum of 5 years Paralegal Management experience
- Educated at Degree level
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and engage
- Excellent communication and organisation skills.