Litigation Paralegal

Confidential; Lancashire, Manchester, Salford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Manchester is seeking a bright, confident team member to assist Litigation Executives with telephone and email communications, drafting and legal administration within Employment Law. This role offers exposure to commercial legal practice and a strong emphasis on client service.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience supporting a busy litigation team, developing professional skills, and building a career within a commercially focused firm.

Qualifications

• A sound academic background -LLB with Employment Law as a module or elective.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment and track record of excellent performance.
• A positive team ethic and business development focus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle client enquiries and communications.
• Support Litigation Executives with their caseloads, applications, documents and bundles.
• Assist the firm in discharging regulatory obligations, primarily Client Care.
• Work proactively to create and maintain files, system notes, minutes and diaries.
• Collaborate with the team to continually improve customer experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Organisation

Education

LLB with Employment Law

Job description

Job Purpose

You will be working within a well established Legal department based in Manchester city centre, assisting the Litigation Executives prepare for Employment Tribunals.

Job Overview

We are looking for a bright, confident and enthusiastic team member who can assist Litigation Executives with telephone and email communications, drafting and legal administration. The successful candidate will gain exposure to commercial legal practice, working in a dynamic team covering Employment Law. A focus on remarkable client service and care is key for this role. The ideal candidate will have experience putting into practice their excellent communication skills (face-to-face, telephone, written text and email).

The position also presents a fantastic opportunity for anyone who has a genuine interest in Employment Law and wants to progress and build a career within a commercially focused company.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Handling client enquiries.
• Supporting Litigation Executives with their varied caseloads, assisting with applications, documents and bundles.
• Assisting the firm in discharging its regulatory obligations, primarily in respect of Client Care.
• Working proactive to assist in the creation and maintenance of files, system notes, minutes and diaries.
• Collaborating with the team furthering continually improving customer experience.

What you Bring to the Team

• A sound academic background - LLb with Employment law as a module or Elective
• Experience in a customer focused environment and track record of excellent performance
• A positive team ethic and business development focus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills