About Buckles Law

Buckles Law is an award-winning firm delivering a world-class client experience across a comprehensive range of legal services for both businesses and individuals, in the UK and internationally.

We provide effective, practical, and cost-efficient legal solutions from our offices in Bristol, Cambridge, London, Nottingham, Peterborough and Stamford, with international presence in Paris and Milan.

At Buckles Law, we believe our success is driven by our exceptional team of dedicated and enthusiastic professionals. We foster a positive and collaborative work environment where innovation, independent thinking, and fresh ideas are encouraged — and where every team member has the opportunity to make a real impact.

Buckles Law proudly holds the LawNet Mark of Excellence and is accredited with Investors in People Gold, reflecting our commitment to quality, development, and excellence in everything we do.

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our expanding Private Client team. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a specialist team within the department, dedicated to supporting clients referred to us by our valued external partners.

The role is a full-time, permanent position based at our Peterborough office, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (9:00am – 5:30pm). This role comes with hybrid working. 

Being a Paralegal:

As a Paralegal, you are a key member of the legal team whose work can range from proactive interaction with clients, document production and legal drafting, administrative and legal secretarial tasks to legal research.

Ideally the successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to develop strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

Working under the close supervision and guidance of an experienced lawyer, the successful candidate will provide essential support to the team through the following:

• Adhering to structured team workflows and procedures to ensure consistency, efficiency, and excellence in client service delivery.
• Operating within established departmental processes and systems to maintain high standards of compliance and quality.
• Demonstrate the ability to work to strict and urgent deadlines whilst maintaining efficiency and accuracy across a demanding caseload
• Exhibit meticulous attention to detail when drafting documents and correspondence from instructions
• Showing a sound understanding of the firm’s operations and wider business context.
• Preparing correspondence and documentation for review by supervising lawyers.

• Effectively using IT systems and available resources to enhance efficiency, quality, and client service levels.
• Actively raise the profile of the firm within the chosen marketplace and conduct oneself in business and personal life in a manner which does not adversely affect the reputation of the firm.
• Deliver their individual fee target and meet agreed Key Performance Indicators with minimal supervision.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and build appropriate relationships with clients.
• Continually develop technical and non-technical skills to meet client and firm requirements and demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work.
• Occasional travel required for business development, meetings and training purposes.

Any other duties and responsibilities express and implied which arise from the nature and character of the post. The job description may be changed on notice.

Requirements of the successful Paralegal:

Qualifications:

• Ideally relevant professional qualifications and/or relevant industry experience.
• In the absence of the above, a strong academic record.

Skills / Experience:

We’re looking for a motivated and proactive individual who can bring professionalism, empathy, and strong organisational skills to our Private Client team. The ideal candidate will have:

• A foundational understanding of Private Client law and a genuine interest in developing expertise in this area.
• Excellent organisational skills and a process-driven approach to managing tasks efficiently.
• Strong time management skills and the resilience to work effectively under pressure.
• The flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and respond promptly to urgent instructions.
• A collaborative team player attitude with a willingness to support colleagues.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The empathy and sensitivity needed to support clients during often challenging personal circumstances.
• Good working knowledge of case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ideally, previous experience within a Private Client department or a similar legal environment.

Personal attributes:

We are seeking a professional and dedicated individual who can contribute positively to our team and deliver exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity, maintaining the firm’s reputation through appropriate conduct at all times.
• Be a strong team player, working collaboratively and adopting a hands-on approach to motivate others while delivering what is required.
• Take initiative, effectively plan and organise their own time and workload, and autonomously prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Approach challenges with a measured and rational mindset, solving problems efficiently and effectively.
• Perform consistently under pressure without compromising on accuracy or quality of work.
• Show flexibility and the ability to respond quickly to changing priorities or urgent requirements.
• Communicate confidently and diplomatically with clients and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrate integrity and consistency in all interactions with colleagues, clients, and partners.

Reward and development

Buckles recognise the success of every employee; working with you to ensure you have what you need to maximise your potential and develop your career.

Alongside a host of development, professionally and personally, we offer some fantastic benefits, which include (but not limited to):

• Enhanced annual leave + all UK Bank Holidays.
• An additional day for your birthday each year (or closest working day to your birthday).
• Additional annual leave on Christmas Eve (1 full day) and New Years Eve (half day PM) if these days fall on a contracted working day.
• Private healthcare options for you and your family – via Bupa.
• Free healthcare cash back plans for you and your family.
• Enhanced pension – 5% matched contribution by Buckles.
• Ability to buy additional holiday – up to 5 days per year.
• Group Life Assurance – 4 x your annual salary.

To apply:

Please submit a CV demonstrating what skills and experience you have that is suitable for this role.

We are an equal opportunity and disability-inclusive employer, and value diversity across the firm. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or parental or caring status.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email careers@buckles-law.co.uk and add the job title in the subject line of the email.