Family Paralegal – Central Manchester (Hybrid) Location: Central Manchester Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Experience Level: Minimum 1 year in Family Law Salary: Competitive DOE Firm: Well-established specialist family law practice (name confidential)
Overview: A highly regarded boutique family law practice in central Manchester is seeking an experienced and ambitious Family Paralegal to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated paralegal looking to take the next step in their career, with a clear pathway to leading and supervising junior paralegals in the near future. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of dedicated family law experience , strong drafting skills, and the ability to manage a busy and varied caseload under supervision. This firm offers a supportive culture, high-quality private family work, and long-term career progression.
Key Responsibilities: Casework Support Assist fee earners with a broad range of private family law matters , including divorce, financial remedy, child arrangements, cohabitation disputes, separation agreements, and pre- and post-nuptial matters. Manage and progress your own files under supervision, taking responsibility for day-to-day case management. Prepare court bundles, chronologies, instructions to counsel, schedules of assets, and case summaries.
Drafting & Documentation Draft key legal documents including statements, court applications, Form E financial disclosure, client attendance notes, and detailed correspondence. Prepare client care packs, engagement letters, and cost estimates.
Client & Third-Party Liaison Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and handling sensitive family matters with professionalism and empathy. Liaise with courts, counsel, experts, mediators, and other solicitors to progress cases efficiently. Support clients through the emotional and practical complexities of family disputes.
Team & Leadership Support Assist with training, delegating tasks, and supporting junior paralegals as the department grows. Demonstrate leadership potential, taking responsibility for workflow, quality of work, and team coordination when required. Contribute to the development of internal processes and best practices.
General Responsibilities Maintain accurate file management and ensure compliance with regulatory and firm standards. Conduct legal research to support ongoing matters and case strategy. Work collaboratively within a busy team environment, supporting colleagues during peak periods or absences.
Requirements: Minimum 1 year of experience working in family law (essential). Strong understanding of private family law procedures and court processes. Excellent drafting, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism. Confident managing a varied workload and working to deadlines. Experience preparing bundles, disclosure, and court documentation desirable. Ambition to progress into a team-leading or supervisory position . Legal qualifications (LLB, LPC, SQE, or equivalent) are advantageous but not essential.
What the Firm Offers: Competitive salary dependent on experience. Hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 days from home . Clear career progression with the opportunity to step into a leadership role. Supportive environment with close mentoring from senior solicitors. Exposure to high-quality private family law work. Friendly, close-knit team culture with regular professional development opportunities.
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