In-house Paralegal

Michael Page Legal; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist legal firm in Chester is seeking an experienced In-house Paralegal to provide litigation support within their growing legal team. The role offers competitive pay between £25k and £30k, along with real responsibility and opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will have paralegal experience, especially in litigation, and a keen interest in the car finance sector. A healthy work-life balance and standard hours are also highlighted.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience as a paralegal, preferably in litigation.
• Interest in the car finance sector.
• Comfortable drafting legal documents and attending court.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation workflows and assist on disputes.
• Draft and review court documents, defences, and correspondence.
• Liaise with external counsel and courts.

Skills

Litigation support

Drafting legal documents

Liaising with external contacts

Job description

Join as an In-house Paralegal in Chester, delivering litigation support within a specialist motor‑finance asset management firm. A fast‑paced, impactful role embedded in a small but growing legal team.

Client Details

Work for an award‑winning and forward‑thinking in‑house legal function in the motor‑finance sector. This employer values commercial insight and legal excellence, providing a collaborative environment where legal professionals gain varied exposure and genuine opportunity for development within a focused, niche business.

Description

The In-house Paralegal will be:

• Managing litigation workflows and assisting on disputes in the motor‑finance space
• Drafting and reviewing court documents, defences, and correspondence
• Liaising with external counsel and courts to ensure timely filings and hearings
• Preparing litigation bundles and taking witness statements
• Supporting the small legal team with litigation case tracking and process improvements

Profile

The ideal candidate will have some experience as a paralegal, preferably within litigation, and an interest in the car finance sector.

You will need to be comfortable drafting legal documents, attending court, and liaising with external contacts.

Finance experience would be advantageous.

Job Offer

This is more than just a job-it's a career opportunity offering:

• A competitive salary from £25k - 30k
• Real responsibility in litigation matters within a small, supportive legal team
• Strong scope for professional development and increased litigation experience
• A healthy work‑life balance, standard working hours, and Chester's manageable commute
• Immediate integration into a culture of collaboration and business‑focused legal work

If you're an experienced In-house Paralegal, apply now or contact Lucy Martin for more information