Paralegal with Route to Training Contract or SQE Qualification

TSABI Solicitors is a leading multi-disciplinary law firm seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Paralegal to join our Southall branch. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to qualify as a solicitor. You will gain hands-on experience across a range of practice areas in a busy and dynamic legal environment where no two days are the same.

Start Date: 7 November 2026

Career Progression – Route to Qualification

The role begins with a six-month probation period as a Paralegal. After you pass probation, you will move into a Trainee Solicitor position or another route to qualification, such as qualifying work experience towards the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). This is a real opportunity to build a long-term legal career with the firm.

The Role

You will provide legal and administrative support to Senior Management and Directors and assist them with their caseloads. The work covers Criminal and Civil matters as well as other areas of law. You will be expected to work independently when required and must be confident managing your own workload in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting Senior Management and Directors with the preparation and progression of their cases
• Drafting court documents and correspondence
• Undertaking legal research
• Attending court hearings and taking notes
• Meeting and assisting clients, taking instructions, and providing updates
• Answering telephone calls and handling enquiries professionally
• Managing client care and file administration
• Assisting with costs management
• Maintaining and updating the CCMS Legal Aid Portal
• Providing general administrative support to fee earners

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A qualifying LLB Law Degree (essential)
• A minimum of one full year (12 months) of paralegal experience within a law firm, in any area of law (mandatory)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• The ability to work confidently in an office-based environment. The role may require lone working.
• The right to work in the UK

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 9am to 5:30pm
• 30-minute lunch break
• Office-based role

Location

Southall, Middlesex. Applicants must live locally to Southall and be able to commute reliably to the office Monday to Friday.

Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Probation: Six months (as Paralegal), followed by progression to Trainee Solicitor or another qualification route such as the SQE.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Applications must be submitted directly through Indeed. Applications sent by email or by any other method will not be accepted or considered.

Pay: £26,000.00-£29,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Paralegal: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person