Litigation Paralegal

Housing Diversity Network

Bradford

Hybrid

GBP 32,000 - 39,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health & wellbeing support

Car leasing options

Salary sacrifice schemes

Pension schemes (Defined Contribution)

Life assurance at three times salary

Flexible working options

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Job summary

Accent Group in Bradford is seeking a proactive Paralegal to support housing disrepair and housing litigation matters. You will manage pre-action claims, draft legal documents and assist with litigation steps under supervision.

We’re looking for a Law degree (LLB) or GDL, plus experience in a legal environment, strong organisation, and solid drafting and research skills. The role offers hybrid working, DBS checks and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

A Law Degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
Experience in a legal environment, ideally in paralegal or legal support.
Experience or knowledge of housing law, housing disrepair and/or housing litigation.
Excellent organisational skills with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
Strong legal research, written communication and drafting skills.
Collaborative approach and ability to work across teams.
Good working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Supporting the management of housing disrepair and housing litigation matters
Managing pre-action disrepair claims and associated legal processes
Drafting legal correspondence, pleadings and other legal documentation
Conducting legal research and providing practical legal support to internal stakeholders
Supporting the litigation process from instruction through to conclusion
Maintaining accurate case records and legal documentation
Providing legal administrative support to ensure efficient case management
Working collaboratively across the business to promote legal compliance
Identifying opportunities to improve legal processes and ways of working
Sharing knowledge with colleagues across the legal team

Skills

Organisational skills

Legal research

Drafting skills

Prioritisation

Attention to detail

Collaboration across teams

MS Office proficiency

Education

Law degree or GDL

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

A place to make things happen

Location: Hybrid, Bradford (approx. 2 days in the office)

Salary: £35,008 per annum

Permanent: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm

We believe everyone should have a safe and affordable place to call home. It’s this belief that drives everything we do and inspires us to go above and beyond for our customers. We pride ourselves in understanding their needs and delivering the best customer service, every time.

We’re also proud to be at the forefront of change. We’re on a journey of transformation, finding new ways to support our customers - and our people.

If you’re looking for a career where you can learn new skills, try new things and shape your future, there’s a place for you at Accent.

Build Your Legal Career With Us

Are you a proactive Paralegal looking to build your expertise in housing law and litigation whilst making a meaningful impact on people’s lives?

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Legal Team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your legal career while supporting a diverse caseload focused on housing disrepair and housing litigation matters.

Working closely with experienced legal professionals, you'll play a key role in managing pre-action disrepair claims, supporting litigation, drafting legal documents and helping ensure the organisation remains compliant with legal and regulatory requirements.

This role offers the opportunity to work with a high degree of autonomy, while collaborating with colleagues across the organisation to deliver a professional, commercially minded legal service that genuinely makes a difference to our customers.

What you’ll be doing

Supporting the management of housing disrepair and housing litigation matters
Managing pre-action disrepair claims and associated legal processes
Drafting legal correspondence, pleadings and other legal documentation
Conducting legal research and providing practical legal support to internal stakeholders
Supporting the litigation process from instruction through to conclusion
Maintaining accurate case records and legal documentation
Providing legal administrative support to ensure efficient case management
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business to promote legal compliance
Identifying opportunities to improve legal processes and ways of working
Supporting and sharing knowledge with colleagues across the legal team

Why Join Us?

This is more than a legal support role. You'll have the opportunity to develop specialist housing law expertise, work on matters that have a tangible impact on communities and contribute to the continuous improvement of an ambitious and supportive legal service.

In return, we'll provide a flexible and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to work alongside experienced legal professionals who are passionate about what they do.

Salary

The spot salary for this post is £35,008 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If you’re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount.

About you

A Law Degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
Experience working within a legal environment, ideally in a paralegal or legal support role.
Experience or knowledge of housing law, housing disrepair and/or housing litigation.
Excellent organisational skills with a strong attention to detail.
The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
Strong legal research, written communication and drafting skills.
A collaborative approach, with the ability to build positive working relationships across teams.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
A proactive mindset, sound judgement and the confidence to use your initiative.

The successful applicant will be subject to pre‑employment checks, such as DBS and social media screening, before an offer is confirmed.

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.

Interviews

We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow, a place to thrive, a place to be you.

Stage 1: A Place to Connect – A Teams interview with the hiring manager. You’ll learn more about the role and team, and we’ll get to know you – your experience, goals, and what you bring. Planned date: 29th September and 1st October via Teams
Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths – A role related assessment and behavioural and scenario-based interview focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. You'll be asked to complete a Customer Service Questionnaire in advance. Planned date: 7th October at our Bradford office.

We aim to make the process clear, supportive, and genuinely valuable – a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.

A place to build a future

We’ve got big ambitions and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us. Here, you’ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.

Benefits

Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more.
Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about.
Financial perks – Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further.
Future-focused benefits – Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind.
Family-friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance.
Career development – From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more – we’ll help you grow and succeed.

This is more than a job – it’s a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do.

We’re Committed to Inclusion

We believe diversity makes us stronger and we’re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.

Our recruitment process is designed to accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll make it happen.

Because this isn’t just a workplace – it’s a place to belong.

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