Paralegal - Housebuilder Disputes

DAC Beachcroft; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds is looking for an enthusiastic Paralegal to support their Professional & Commercial Risk team, primarily in Housebuilder Disputes. The role involves high-value client work, management of claims, and legal research. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication and organisational skills, with a keen interest in learning and growth. The firm offers flexible working arrangements and values professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Eager to learn, curious to understand problems and find solutions.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all aspects of high value work for clients.
• Taking ownership of less complex claims to gain autonomy.
• Acting as a point of contact for clients, providing high service levels.

Skills

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Excellent organisational skills

Attention to detail

Curiosity to understand problems

Ability to handle day-to-day issues professionally

Excellent IT skills, including Word and Outlook

Job description

Department: Professional and Commercial Risk

Location: Leeds

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Paralegal to play an integral role in our thriving Professional & Commercial Risk team.

Our team provides expert legal advice to clients across an engaging mix of professional disciplines, including Professional Indemnity, Commercial Litigation and Housebuilder Disputes.

You'll predominantly assist in our Housebuilder Disputes team, but there will be plenty of opportunity to work with the wider team to gain a breadth of experience. This role offers a great balance of collaboration and autonomy, providing the perfect opportunity to build your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting in all aspects of high value work for our clients
• Taking ownership of less complex claims, gaining greater autonomy as you develop
• Dealing with Data Subject Access Requests (submitted under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018) received by our key Housebuilder clients
• Acting as a point of contact for clients and providing a high level of service at all times, responding to their requests and complaints under the Consumer Code for Homebuilders and the New Homes Quality Code
• Other specific responsibilities including but not limited to: Legal research, document analysis and bundle preparation, supporting marketing/BD activity, and contributing to non-fee earning activity as appropriate
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organisational skills and a strong attention to detail
• Eager to learn and grow, curious to understand problems and work towards solutions
• Ability to collaboratively and professionally handle day-to-day issues
• Change oriented with a positive, flexible approach towards the implementation of new initiatives
• Excellent IT skills, including Word and Outlook
  

Desirable:

• Some experience in a relevant position
• Experience working in a target-driven, commercial environment
• Commercial awareness and an interest in broader business issues
  
  

We are happy to talk flexible working with our Flex Forward scheme. We would encourage you to talk to us about our approach to flexible working during the hiring process if you would like to explore this further.

Note for Recruitment Agencies
DAC Beachcroft manages all vacancies via our in-house recruitment teams, prioritising direct sourcing and referrals. When external support is required, roles are released to selected agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL).

Speculative CVs sent to any DAC Beachcroft employee without prior instruction from our recruitment teams (LLP and CSG) will not be accepted, and no fees will be payable.

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