Paralegal

Wilkin Chapman; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm located in Grimsby is on the lookout for two Paralegals to join their Recoveries Department. This position involves drafting legal documents, managing casework, and collaborating with clients to ensure exceptional service. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a keen interest in dispute resolution. The firm offers a competitive benefits package and fosters an inclusive working environment for all employees.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlement

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Agile working opportunities

Discounted legal fees

Referral incentives

Car parking

Qualifications

• Paralegal experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong organizational skills and an interest in dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Drafting LBAs.
• Conducting trace work.
• Producing letters and emails tailored to case requirements.
• Preparing and drafting court documents and bundles for hearings.
• Instructing LPC.
• Negotiating and monitoring instalment pay offers.
• Progressing proceedings and undertaking enforcement action.
• Updating case files and ensuring compliance with client policies and procedures.
• Opening and closing files.
• Handling accounting and reporting to clients.
• Liaising with key stakeholders over the phone.
• Managing cases and all associated procedures.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Proofreading

Google Docs

Organizational skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Case Management

Legal Research

Research Experience

Paralegal

Filing

Writing Skills

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for two Paralegals to join our highly regarded Recoveries Department Creditor Services Team supporting our lawyers with a wide range of tasks involved in progressing specialist enforcement cases.

As a Paralegal in this team you will play a key role in delivering exceptional service to our clients while gaining exposure to complex and varied casework.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Drafting LBAs
• Conducting trace work
• Producing letters and emails tailored to case requirements
• Preparing and drafting court documents and bundles for hearings
• Instructing LPC
• Negotiating and monitoring instalment pay offers
• Progressing proceedings and undertaking enforcement action
• Updating case files and ensuring compliance with client policies and procedures
• Opening and closing files
• Handling accounting and reporting to clients
• Liaising with key stakeholders over the phone
• Managing cases and all associated procedures

Paralegal experience is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with strong organisational skills and an interest in dispute resolution.

The company

With a full-service offering and a diverse client base Wilkin Chapman Rollits continues to grow while maintaining our commitment to quality innovation and client-focused service.

We know that happy motivated employees drive success and a strong forward-thinking culture benefits everyone. Thats why we provide the tools support and opportunities our people need to thrive.

With our combined roots stretching back over 300 years we are the largest law firm operating out of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire with six regional locations and a place in Lawyer UK 200. We combine deep local and sector knowledge with the strength resources and reach to handle any challenge offering the best of both a large firm and a trusted client-focused partner.

We invest in your career offering a great benefits package and a supportive sociable working environment. Youll be joining a community of like-minded professionals who value collaboration innovation and excellence across our locations in Grimsby Lincoln Louth Hull York and Beverley.

At Wilkin Chapman Rollits we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals from all backgrounds. We believe diversity fosters a values-led culture fuels our growth and creates opportunities for our colleagues to develop and succeed. As a Disability Confident and Armed Forces Friendly employer we are dedicated to an inclusive environment where everyone feels seen heard and supported.

The Benefits

We recognise the importance of looking after you and your family which is why we offer an excellent package of benefits to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Competitive holiday entitlement

Life
assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Agile working opportunities

Discounted legal fees

Referral
incentives

Car
parking*

*applicable to role

Documents

Key Skills
Legal Drafting,Proofreading,Google Docs,Organizational skills,Microsoft Outlook,Microsoft Word,Case Management,Legal Research,Research Experience,Paralegal,Filing,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary Salary: 15001 - 25000