Paralegal leading to training contract
Term: Permanent
Working hours: Full time - 35 hours per week
Salary: dependent on experience
Location: Huddersfield (fully office based)
Role: Paralegal
Due to growth we are seeking a Paralegal to join our team in Huddersfield.
As an award winning family law firm we have an extraordinarily large client base with client instructions in both legally aided and privately funded work and therefore this position in available due to growth and expansion. You will be working in a team with accredited specialists.
We require a Paralegal to join our team dealing with a wide variety of family issues including Domestic Violence and Children working with the most up to date Case Management System. After a period of 12 months this will lead to a training contract dependent on performance.
You may be a more experienced trainee solicitor wishing to work within a local and nationally recognised award winning team and seeking to transfer.
In order to be considered for this role you must have a minimum of a level 6 ilex qualification, a GDL or an LPC and be available for full time work.
You must have a keen interest in business development and be looking for the next step in your career as a Family Lawyer.
We care about our team members and Makin Dixon prides itself on investing in our people, we offer career progression and a happy work/life balance.
We offer a competitive salary package with a benefits package.
Please apply by sending covering letter and CV no later than 4.00 pm on Friday 10 July 2026 – successful applicants will be notified by 17 July 2026.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: From £23,132.20 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellness programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Huddersfield HD1 2SP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (required)
- Family law: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
