Capsticks LLP
Paralegal - Regulatory
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Location - Winchester
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The Division
The overarching objective of any regulatory body is to protect the public. When a complaint is made against a regulated professional, the relevant regulatory body is responsible for conducting an investigation into the allegations. If necessary, the case is then heard by a panel of adjudicators, who determine whether the individual can meet their professional standards i.e. assessing their fitness to practice.
Our Clients trust us to conduct fitness to practice investigations on their behalf. We have handled thousands of regulatory cases over the last 20 years, covering case investigation, preparation, and presentation. We have worked on some of the most complex and high profile cases faced by regulatory bodies, and we are proud to be the firm of choice for organisations who work to make a difference.
The Role And Responsibilities
Our paralegals play an integral part of the fitness to practice investigations that we conduct, managing their own caseload under the supervision of a lawyer. The role includes a high level of responsibility and exposure to the legal process and is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to kick start their legal career.
Supervision, support, and relevant training will be provided although the successful applicant will also be encouraged, where appropriate, to use their own initiative and demonstrate a positive, can do approach to their work. Paralegals are encouraged and supported to continue their early careers development with the firm through our bespoke training programmes and exclusive access to our training contracts.
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The main role and responsibilities may include some or all of the following (although, this is not an exhaustive list):
- Conducting witness interviews and drafting witness statements
- Drafting instructions to counsel and experts
- Assisting lawyers to draft advice to the client on evidence, case prospects, and case progression
- Evidence reviews and bundle preparation, including identifying disclosable and unused material
- Supporting stakeholders through the fitness to practice process, including supporting vulnerable witnesses and those with additional support needs
- Liaising with clients, witnesses, experts, counsel, and other stakeholders
- Managing your own caseload and effectively meeting any internal and external deadlines
- Drafting general correspondence and legal documents
- Attending conferences and hearings
- Undertaking research
Skills And Experience
Candidates should have:
- At least a 2:1 undergraduate law degree or equivalent
- The ability to adhere to and manage strict deadlines and work to a chargeable hours target
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing alongside strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail
- Confidence and a person-centred approach
- Excellent IT skills
- An LPC or BVC qualification (desirable, but not essential)
- At least 6 months experience in a professional environment (desirable, but not essential)
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Interview Process:
The first stage will either be a 20 minute telephone interview or we will ask you to complete an online video screening which will involve recording your answers to some role-related questions.
The second stage will be an online team's interview, which can last up to 1 hour. After your interview, you will be asked to complete a role-related test. This can last up to 45 minutes. Please ensure that you have enough time to complete the test when booking in for an interview.
We will aim to deliver outcomes within 2 weeks following the completion of your interview.
Capsticks is an inclusive employer
At Capsticks, we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone is able to be themselves and reach their full potential. Capsticks is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and therefore we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion, and beliefs.
We will make reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process to ensure that you have the best chance of success. We understand that there's not a "one size fits all" approach to adjustments, so our team will work with you individually to understand more about your requirements.
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