The Licensing team at Flint Bishop act on behalf of a number of household name clients in the Leisure and Hospitality sector and are looking for a Licensing Paralegal to join the team.
Previous licensing experience is not necessary and training will be given to the appropriate candidate. The role may suit someone who aspires to qualify as a Solicitor in the field of Licensing (subject to a separate process which leads to appointment as a Trainee Solicitor) or as a Chartered Legal Executive. The role may also suit somebody from a Regulatory background for example in the Police or a Local Authority.
The Licensing Paralegal will have the ability to confidentially manage a caseload of high calibre work and clients alongside the licensing team. The Licensing Paralegal reports directly to the Chairman and Senior Partner who is also Head of Licensing.
Key responsibilities
- Confidentially manage a caseload of a high calibre work and clients in conjunction with the licensing team
- Prepare Licensing applications
- Liaise with Licensing Authorities and other Responsible Authorities
- Deal with resulting queries
- Work with the firms clients in relation to their matters
- Handle confidential information
- Conduct legal research
- Assist other team members when required.
- Assisting with marketing and business development efforts.
Skills, knowledge and expertise
- Prepared to support the undertaking of Scottish Licensing (training given) with the licensing team
- Has excellent IT skills and existing experience of working with a case management system
- Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to demonstrate a track record of superb client care skills
- Has a real desire to learn and progress
- Is enthusiastic about the Leisure and Hospitality sector.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus potential
- Great working environment at our Derby offices
- Career development opportunities
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Options to buy & sell 1 week’s holiday
- 1 week’s holiday carry over
- Extra day off for your birthday
- Staff card discount scheme for local shops
- Social days and evenings on the firm
- Staff discounts on legal services
About Flint Bishop
Flint Bishop is a multi-award-winning, top 200 UK law firm. We have been providing legal services to businesses and individuals for over a century.
Recognised as a ‘leading firm’ by both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, the outstanding quality of our staff and service levels is underlined by our ISO quality assurance accreditations, industry awards and peer ranking.
We have approximately 300 solicitors and legal experts who use their technical skills and expertise for one mission: to provide clients with clear advice that helps them to achieve their goals as effectively as possible.
