Contract Senior Paralegal

TLT LLP; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to manage complex legal matters. The role involves end-to-end case work and requires at least 2 years of paralegal experience alongside a law degree. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential for this busy role. Join a dynamic team in a forward-thinking environment that values innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of previous paralegal experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end case work and be responsible for own cases.
• Prepare documentation and liaise with clients and third parties.
• Draft correspondence and manage key dates.

Skills

Litigation experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Caseload management

Education

Law degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At TLT, our Banking and Lender Services Group (BLSG) is seeking dynamic, self-driven, and experienced litigation Senior Paralegals who are ready to take the next step in their legal career. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking law firm and play a key role in delivering high-quality legal support across a diverse and fast-paced caseload.

As a Contract Senior Paralegal, you’ll be involved in meaningful and complex legal matters, working alongside a team that values collaboration, precision, and innovation.

What we’re looking for:

• Solid experience in litigation and managing your own caseload
• A proactive mindset and strong organisational skills
• Confidence in handling disclosure and supporting complex investigations

This role is office-based in Bristol, so applicants must reside within the Bristol region or a commutable distance. This role is an initial 3 month contract and will be paid on a day rate via an Umbrella company.

If you’re looking for a contract role that offers challenge, variety, and the chance to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Role

• Fee earning end to end case work including being responsible for your own cases allocated in accordance with resourcing thresholds, to include some more complex matters, under supervision.
• Preparation of documentation, liaising with clients, customers (as and when required), third parties to progress cases through the appropriate process within SLA.
• Drafting correspondence.
• Reviewing incoming correspondence from third parties.
• Managing key dates.
• Ensuring the case management system is accurately updated to allow data capture and MI to be produced.
• Responsible for delivering an excellent client service through case management.
• Full financial management of matters with high level of financial hygiene specifically in relation to billing,
• Undertake work within the regulatory and industry frameworks, policies and procedures.
• Maintain a culture of positive behaviour and role modelling within the team.
• Operate at a competency level which means you are a Subject Matter Expert.
• Regularly updating clients on case progress and ensuring prompt billing.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, company policies, and data protection regulations.

Your Skills and Experience

• At least 2 years of previous paralegal experience.
• A Law degree or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Accuracy, good organisational skills, ability to operate in a fast paced environment and flexibility.
• Good knowledge of Word and Outlook is required and experience in Excel, PowerPoint, interwoven would be beneficial.
• Desirable, but not essential, are proficient Excel skills (with basic and vlookup formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts & managing large spreadsheets) and the ability to export data to other spreadsheets and charts efficiently, whilst also being able to put together easy-to-read analysis.
• Excellent ability to manage a busy caseload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Meticulous approach to reviewing documents, preparing legal documents, and ensuring accuracy.

About TLT

Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people.

We work with high profile clients in innovative sectors. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,800 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. TLT was named Law Firm of the Year at the Legal Business Awards 2023. This marks the third year in a row the firm has taken away this accolade in industry awards - having previously been named Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer Awards in 2021 and the British Legal Awards in 2022.

Our purpose is to protect, prepare and progress our clients for what comes next and it’s essential that we do the same for our people, our planet and our communities too. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute.

TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics prote