Paralegal - Collective Actions

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Aviva Digicare+

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing perks

Life insurance

Income protection

Benefits hub access

Free legal support

Job summary

Slater and Gordon is seeking a Paralegal on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract to assist the Collective Actions team across stages of a complex case. You will support senior fee earners with onboarding, eligibility checks, data management and case progression.

The role requires precise client communication in line with firm guidelines, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving while complying with internal processes. Hybrid working arrangements apply.

Qualifications

• Supports senior fee earners with onboarding, eligibility checks and data management.
• Assists with ongoing case progression and client communication per firm guidelines.
• Maintains precise data handling and email correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Support senior fee earners with client onboarding, eligibility checks, data management and case progression.
• Communicate with clients clearly and accurately via email in line with firm guidelines.
• Manage data accurately using Excel and ensure information is processed with precision.

Skills

Client onboarding

Eligibility checks

Data management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are looking to appoint a Paralegal on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract to assist the Collective Actions team throughout various stages of a complex collective action case.

The role will involve supporting senior fee earners with tasks such as client onboarding, eligibility checks, data management, and ongoing case progression.

Client communication will be a core part of the role, requiring clear, courteous, and accurate email correspondence in line with firm guidelines. You will also manage data accurately using Excel and ensure all information is processed with precision. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational skills, follow instructions carefully, and maintain a proactive approach to problem-solving while complying with all internal processes.

Who are we?

Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case.

Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive headlines we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors.

At Slater and Gordon Lawyers we are inclusive. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. We believe diversity drives innovation. So, we’re building a culture where difference is valued. Our culture motivates our employees to give their full selves to the job and invest in the company’s future. Our people see value in their work and are eager to do well in their roles. Our values ensure that all our employees are working towards the same goals.

• Hybrid working – 2 days per week working in the office (must live a reasonable distance to commute to the office)
• Access to Aviva Digicare+ (health checks, Digital GP, mental health support, second medical opinions, and more)
• Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling and wellbeing webinars)
• Health & wellbeing perks including gym discounts, cycle to work scheme, meditation sessions, and more
• Life assurance cover
• Income protection if you’re unable to work long-term due to illness or injury
• Access to a Benefits Hub with discounts on shopping, travel, food, and entertainment
• Free legal support and discounted legal services

Some benefits are dependent on passing probation or length of service and may change over time.

Your Professional Development

We will also support and encourage you with developing your career with an award- winning law firm. We run courses across our offices and are continuously monitoring and updating the learning and development offering based on what you tell us. We can support you with your continuous professional development by providing funding for professional qualifications, attending external training courses and providing you with a range of internal learning resources.

Our Values

Like all great businesses, we strive to recruit the best people and uphold the highest legal standards.

Our people bring something a little different. We hire people who can challenge, remove roadblocks and deliver outstanding customer service.

That's why at Slater + Gordon we go further with our values. How we work is guided by the S+G Way. This means:

• We do what we say we will
• We don’t wait we create
• We own it, we sort it
• We respect and encourage each other
• We make time to live

The S+G Way defines the specific behaviours and actions that our colleagues and our customers care about the most. We know this, because our colleagues helped to create the way, through a series of interactive workshops and interviews.

For further information, please contact [e-mail]

Please Note - Vacancies may close prior to the expiry date displayed, subject to volume of applications received.

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.

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