The Role
Supports banking and finance lawyers with legal research, document drafting, client communication, matter setup, file maintenance, financial reporting, business development coordination, and administrative tasks. The paralegal will manage client records, assist with legal issues, support fee-earners, handle calls and meetings, and help implement technology and process improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
Developing our talented work force is at the heart of what we do and so we're looking for a Paralegal who is looking to develop their legal career working closely with our lawyers in the Banking & Finance team to support on a wide variety of matters and clients.
Key Responsibilities
- To undertake work in support of a team of fee earners, meeting an agreed target chargeable hours
- Assisting the team with team-specific financials/matter management e.g. budgets, WIP (work in progress), aged debt reporting
- Undertaking various searches at the request of fee-earners along with drafting and amending legal documents
- Primary line of communication between fee-earners and clients
- Ensuring that all new client matters are accurately set up in the client accounting and database system and maintaining client records and contact names where appropriate
- Ensuring files are kept up to date (including filing of documents, emails and correspondence) when active and that files are closed/archived once the matter is concluded following instruction from the relevant fee-earner
- Undertaking and managing client specific BD arrangements for fee-earners, when necessary
- Delegating certain administration tasks received from the fee-earners as per the specific team workflow model
- Utilising all of the services provided by the Global Support Team
- Providing complete assistance to all fee-earners and clients regarding various legal issues
- Leading the way with innovation, technology and tools by supporting and trialling new initiatives
- Screen incoming telephone calls, taking and relaying accurate messages where necessary. Where appropriate, arrange and set up conference and outgoing calls for the team
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
If you've got previous Legal experience through a paralegal role, or suitable academic credentials (LPC/GDL/LLB), then you could be right for this role.
We love technology, so you'll need to be tech savvy and have high attention to detail, with a professional and organised approach to your work.
About
Ogier is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We’re committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and comfortable for everyone. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we strive to ensure equitable opportunities for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage in your recruitment journey with us, please let us know, we’ll be happy to work with you to ensure you have the best possible experience.Ogier provides legal advice on BVI, Cayman, Guernsey, Irish, Jersey and Luxembourg law. Our network of locations also includes Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, London, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo. Legal services for the corporate and financial sectors form the core of our business, principally in the areas of banking and finance, corporate, investment funds, dispute resolution, private equity and private wealth. We also have strong practices in the areas of employee benefits and incentives, employment law, regulatory, restructuring and insolvency and property. Ogier's corporate administration business, Ogier Global, incorporates and administers a wide variety of vehicles including public and private companies, partnerships and trusts. Ogier is based in 13 jurisdictions including Beijing, BVI, Cayman Islands, Dubai, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Ireland, Jersey, London, Luxembourg, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo.
Skills Required
- Previous legal experience in a paralegal role or suitable academic credentials such as LPC, GDL, or LLB
- Technology proficiency and comfort using workplace tools and systems
- High attention to detail
- Professional and organized approach to work
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The Company
What We Do
Ogier is an international professional services firm that provides legal, corporate, fiduciary, and consulting services. They operate globally, managing complex transactions for financial institutions, professional advisers, and regulatory bodies. The firm is known for its pragmatic, targeted advice and a collaborative approach across various jurisdictions, including the BVI, Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland, Jersey, and Luxembourg.
