Paralegal

We’re looking for a talented Paralegal to join our Bournemouth team.

Want to make a real difference?

At KJS, we don’t just deliver legal services - we make a meaningful impact for our clients and the people who work with us.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a growing UK law firm, assisting with the day-to-day management of family law matters while developing your legal career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting solicitors with family law matters
Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
Managing client files and ensuring compliance with firm procedures
Liaising with clients, courts, counsel and experts
Preparing court bundles and managing key deadlines

What We’re Looking For:

Previous experience in a paralegal or legal support role
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Who will you work with?

Each of our 14 offices has their own branch head who has a wealth of expertise. Our current leaders are Kulbir Rahi, Jen Murray, Robyn Bowyer, Anna Ferro, Arabella Turner, Laura Gusatu, Beth Pettifer, Edward Morton, Eleanor Tanner and Sofie Corbin.

Mentorship at your fingertips

As a paralegal you will be eager to learn and grow and at KJS we take this seriously not just for paralegals but for all of our legal experts as we continue to be the very best in our industry together! Which is why Beth Pettifer, head of our Woodley and Henley offices, leads our mentorship, offering guidance on anything you may need as you settle into your role at the firm.

The freedom to manage your caseload

We believe in creating an environment for our lawyers to thrive, we recognise the importance of creating a space where you can create a name for yourself, elevate your profile and achieve our 'client focus' value. As a paralegal you will play a pivotal role in providing support to your team whilst acitvely learning about legal practise.

At KJS, our culture is unmatched! As we continue to grow and reinforce our core values, we look for individuals who align with those values and culture, who are hungry to learn and not afraid to admit when mistakes are made.

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Awards & Recognitions

We’re recognised by the Legal 500 as a Leading Firm in a number of practice areas. That means that an external, objective body has scrutinised our competency and client reviews, and found us to be one of the top family law practices in the UK.

Our lawyers are members of Resolution, so we are committed to a Code of Practice which promotes a constructive approach to family issues that considers the needs of the whole family.