Newport’s determined drive to ‘re-invent’ itself isn’t only attracting an influx of external investors, intent on transforming the urban landscape. The enterprising spirit of the city’s £600m regeneration programme is also doing much to fuel the growth ambitions of leading companies already established there. Prominent among this vibrant new wave is law firm Harding Evans.

Harding Evans has responded to changing patterns of market demand by developing a wide spectrum of specialist disciplines, for both private and commercial clients. There are now more than 20 distinct areas of the law delivered under one roof at the firm’s Newport city centre base which employs in excess of 120 staff.

The Dispute Resolution team provides one of those growing specialist disciplines and as a part of its expansion we are looking for a Paralegal with some previous experience in working within a legal environment.

To be effective in this role your skills and experience will include:
o The ability to think strategically and make decisions;
o The ability to communicate effectively, with strong influencing and persuasion skills;
o A professional and confident approach to clients in order to convey a true understanding of their needs and maintain their confidence;
o The ability to manage your own caseload; and
o A commitment to hard work while maintaining a flexible approach to work

In addition to this a degree in law and/or a Diploma in Legal Practice would be advantageous as would experience of advocacy and of working in a fee earning capacity in a legal practice.

We offer a competitive salary based on your experience and a range of benefits that include a profit related bonus scheme.

If you would like to join our expanding firm at this exciting time, please forward your CV and covering letter to Amanda Lane, Personnel Manager, at Harding Evans Solicitors, Queens Chambers, 2 North Street, Newport, Gwent, NP20 1TE, or e-mail to al@hevans.com