Eventus Legal Recruitment is seeking a Paralegal to join a modern and entrepreneurial law firm based in Haywards Heath, West Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated law graduate or aspiring solicitor looking to develop a long term legal career within a supportive and forward thinking environment. The firm offers exposure to high quality work across a broad range of practice areas, alongside genuine progression opportunities towards qualification through the SQE route. Following probation, hybrid working is available.
This Haywards Heath, West Sussex based Paralegal role would suit an ambitious individual with strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, and a genuine interest in developing within corporate and litigation focused legal work. The firm embraces technology and AI driven efficiencies, operating within a collaborative and modern legal environment. On offer is a starting salary of £26,000-32,000 (depending on experience), 22 days holidays plus bank holidays, free car parking, pay reviews, bonus schemes, regular social events both internally and external networking opportunities, and a clear and structured training and development programme towards qualification.
Role Responsibilities
As the Paralegal based in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, you will support solicitors and fee earners across a variety of legal matters while developing practical legal and client management skills. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting solicitors with matters across multiple practice areas
- Supporting teams in corporate and commercial, civil litigation, residential conveyancing, employment, commercial property, intellectual property, and insolvency
- Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and client communications
- Conducting legal research and preparing supporting documentation
- Managing files and assisting with matter progression
- Liaising professionally with clients, third parties, and external stakeholders
- Supporting case administration and maintaining accurate records
- Assisting with business development, networking, and marketing activities where required
Person Specification
The successful Paralegal for the Haywards Heath, West Sussex office will possess strong academics, excellent communication skills, and a genuine interest in progressing towards qualification as a solicitor. The firm is seeking someone commercially minded, proactive, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively. You will also have:
- Qualifying law degree completed is essential
- Completed LLM, LPC, SQE exams, are beneficial though not essential
- Practical experience within a law firm is advantageous
- A willingness to gain experience across a variety of legal practice areas
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and presentation standards
- Strong IT skills and confidence using modern technology including AI tools
- Commercial awareness and an interest in entrepreneurship and business
- A professional, positive, and adaptable approach
- The ability to manage a busy workload calmly and effectively
Benefits and Rewards
The successful Paralegal in Haywards Heath, West Sussex will benefit from working within a supportive and progressive legal environment with a clear pathway for long term development. Benefits include:
- Salary of £26,000 to £32,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid working following probation
- Training contract opportunities and SQE support
- Funding towards SQE course fees and examination costs
- Paid study leave linked to SQE sponsorship
- Structured salary progression and regular pay reviews
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension contribution
- Ongoing training and development
- Exposure to high quality and varied legal work
- Collaborative and modern working culture
About the Company
This law firm in Haywards Heath, West Sussex is recognised for its entrepreneurial and commercially focused approach. The firm advises businesses, founders, entrepreneurs, and individuals across the UK and internationally. It has developed a strong reputation for delivering clear, pragmatic legal advice while embracing innovation, technology, and AI driven efficiencies across legal practice.
The firm promotes a collaborative and supportive culture where initiative, professionalism, and client service are highly valued. Employees benefit from close mentorship, hands on experience, and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing and ambitious legal practice.
Next Steps
Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Paralegal job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please send your CV to Richard Hatchett at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at richard.hatchett@eventuslegal.com or contact 07495 734 342 for a confidential discussion.
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