Paralegal

Eversheds Sutherland; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversheds Sutherland in Nottingham invites applications for a capable and ambitious Paralegal to join our Litigation & Arbitration team. You must bring prior paralegal experience or transferable experience from a litigation environment.

This role will support our retail banking disputes workstream, providing an excellent opportunity to develop hands-on litigation experience while working alongside senior lawyers on a broad range of matters.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paralegal in a disputes or litigation team, or transferrable experience from a similar environment.
• Demonstrable understanding of court procedures and deadlines, with the ability to progress multiple matters concurrently.
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Exceptional focus on detail and quality.
• Dedication to delivering excellent client service at all times.
• Excellent academics.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with case preparation, including drafting correspondence, compiling bundles, managing disclosure and filing of procedural court documents.
• Conducting legal research and summarising findings for use in litigation matters.
• Liaising with courts, clients, counsel and third parties to progress matters efficiently.
• Maintaining accurate records of court deadlines and ensuring compliance with procedural deadlines.
• Preparing court documents and assisting with filing and submission.
• Providing administrative support, including billing and matter management.
• Maintaining compliance with internal risk and conflicts processes.
• Assisting with maintaining and updating Standard Operating Procedures and templates as processes evolve.
• Supporting data capture for reporting on claim volumes, outcomes and trends.
• Extensive contact with clients and intermediaries in order to progress matters and seek and receive instructions from clients.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Disputes/Litigation

Court procedures

Organisational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Client service

Education

Excellent academics

Job description

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We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries. We’re full-service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we’re equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we’re purposeful and purpose-led. So although the world is fast-moving and rapidly changing, we see it as a place where everyone can thrive. We’re ambitious for our clients, our communities – and for you. Whether you’re starting out on your career or well established, whether you’re a lawyer or in business services. If you’re looking for what’s next, we are too.

Paralegal

Nottingham – 12 month FTC

We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with 5,000+ colleagues in more than 30 countries. We’re full service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we’re equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we’re purposeful and purpose-led. So although the world is fast-moving and rapidly changing, we see it as a place where everyone can thrive. We’re ambitious for our clients, our communities – and for you. Whether you’re starting out on your career or well established, whether you’re a lawyer or in business services. If you’re looking for what’s next, we are too.

The opportunity

We are looking for a capable and ambitious Paralegal to join our Litigation & Arbitration team in Nottingham. You must bring prior paralegal experience or transferable experience from a litigation environment.

This role will support our retail banking disputes workstream, providing an excellent opportunity to develop hands‑on litigation experience while working alongside senior lawyers on a broad range of matters. You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality litigation support within a collaborative and fast‑paced team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to build your technical capability, gain valuable dispute resolution experience, and develop your career within a leading litigation practice.

Our team

• Our Litigation & Arbitration team advises clients across a broad range of complex and high value disputes including general commercial litigation and arbitration, financial services litigation, contentious regulatory work and pensions litigation.
• The team works collaboratively across the UK and internationally, combining technical excellence with innovative solutions. The team prides itself on being approachable and committed to developing talent within the team.

Role and key responsibilities

• Assisting with case preparation, including drafting correspondence, compiling bundles, managing disclosure and filing of procedural court documents
• Conducting legal research and summarising findings for use in litigation matters
• Liaising with courts, clients, counsel and third parties to progress matters efficiently
• Maintaining accurate records of court deadlines and ensuring compliance with procedural deadlines
• Preparing court documents and assisting with filing and submission
• Providing administrative support, including billing and matter management
• Maintaining compliance with internal risk and conflicts processes
• Assisting with maintaining and updating Standard Operating Procedures and templates as processes evolve
• Supporting data capture for reporting on claim volumes, outcomes and trends
• Extensive contact with clients and intermediaries in order to progress matters and seek and receive instructions from clients.
• Skills and experienceWe are looking for:
• Previous experience as a paralegal in a disputes or litigation team, or transferrable experience from a similar environment
• Demonstrable understanding of court procedures and deadlines, with the ability to progress multiple matters concurrently
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a willingness to learn and develop
• Exceptional focus on detail and quality
• Dedication to delivering excellent client service at all times
• Excellent academics

What’s in it for you?

• At Eversheds Sutherland, our benefits are designed to support your development, performance, financial future and wellbeing, as well as providing you with the opportunity to make a contribution to the world.
• We’re fair, transparent and equitable in how we recognise and reward our people
• We share in the success of the firm, reward alignment to our values, going above and beyond and your individual performance
• We support flexible ways of working through our remote working policy and commitment to flexible, agile and hybrid ways of working
• We support your health and performance through our dental, healthcare and wellness support
• We support everything you are and all you bring through our powerful commitment to diversity and inclusion
• We provide a platform for your career, whatever your ambitions through our structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development programs
• We provide experience and opportunity through international and cross-function exposure
• We provide an opportunity to give back through our pro bono work and community engagement
• We help you plan ahead through retirement planning, insurance and assurance
• We provide an opportunity to give back through our pro bono work and community engagement
• We help you plan ahead through retirement planning, insurance and assurance

Diversity & Inclusion

At Eversheds Sutherland, “Inclusive” is a core business value. We bring together different skillsets, global mindsets and approaches. We foster diversity of thought and the freedom to put ideas into action. We have an inherent respect for the individual. We have a strong belief in collaboration and teamwork. Sharing ideas, asking questions, solving challenges and meeting our clients’ goals: together.

We want all our people to thrive at work and reach their full potential and we work hard to continue to build a diverse and inclusive culture, monitor and report on our progress and impact, and develop our approach. This is reflected in our policies, systems and processes, and in our work with diversity membership organisations.

Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we are open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process.

We want you to perform at your best during our recruitment process. If there is any adjustment or support you need, please contact us so we can discuss how we can best assist you.