Paralegal

Toyota Financial Services (UK) PLC; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Epsom is looking for a Paralegal to provide support to the Legal team on a 14-month fixed-term contract. The role involves preparing legal documents, liaising with external counsel, and supporting litigation processes. Candidates should have a good understanding of the legal system and strong communication skills. This position offers a hybrid working model and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working pattern

Attractive car schemes

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave and holiday purchase options

Private Medical Healthcare

Group Income Protection

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite gym and wellness initiatives

Flexible working and personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good understanding of the legal system and administration skills.
• Basic knowledge of consumer credit law, FCA rules, and regulations.
• Experience in complaints handling.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing legal documents.
• Liaising with legal professionals and external counsel.
• Supporting litigation case files from inception to closure.

Skills

Legal research

Communication skills

Drafting skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

We are looking for a Paralegal to join us on a 14-month fixed-term contract.

The role in a nutshell: Providing Paralegal support to the Legal team and the wider TFSUK business as required.

A bit about the ‘Department': The Legal department supports the business by providing advice, project partnering, and contract drafting/negotiation. It covers areas such as consumer credit, data protection, company commercial, treasury funding, and corporate credit facilities, and also manages company secretarial matters.

What you'll be doing:

• Preparing and reviewing legal documents
• Liaising with legal professionals and external counsel
• Providing legal information to clients
• Reviewing and drafting court-related documentation
• Supporting litigation case files from inception to closure
• Providing other legal support as needed

Experience you'll gain:

• Legal experience and understanding of litigation processes
• Exposure to various legal tasks
• Skills in negotiating, drafting, reviewing, and researching
• Working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Supportive relationships with managers and team members

What you'll get to own:

• Legal research
• Liaising with external counsel on litigations
• Handling claims received into Customer Relations

Requirements:

• Good understanding of the legal system and administration skills
• Basic knowledge of consumer credit law, FCA rules, and regulations
• Experience in complaints handling
• Strong communication skills

Attributes & Behaviours:

• Ability to work within a high-performing, inclusive team
• Flexible approach to work
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and manage caseloads

Benefits:

• Hybrid working pattern
• Attractive car schemes
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave and holiday purchase options
• Private Medical Healthcare
• Group Income Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite gym and wellness initiatives
• Flexible working and personal development opportunities
• Various social and community events

Our Recruitment Process:

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