Paralegal / Litigation executive

HF; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm based in Southampton is seeking a Litigation Executive/Paralegal. The successful candidate will handle a caseload of defendant files in a fast-paced Motor team. This position offers clear career progression with a focus on professional development. Additionally, the firm provides flexible working hours and hybrid working options, promoting a great work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid office/home working

25 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 days

Private healthcare provision

Company pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Life insurance and income protection

Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service

Season ticket loans

Flu vouchers

Bonus scheme

HF Discount Hub

Qualifications

• Completed a Law Degree or Law conversion course.
• Previous file handling experience in insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of defendant litigated MOJ, OIC, and small claims files.
• Provide clients with updates on their legal affairs.

Skills

Defendant litigated caseload handling

Client communication

Interest in insurance law

Education

LLB Hons, GDL or equivalent

12 months experience in claim handling

Job description

Overview

Litigation Executive / Paralegal – Southampton – Hybrid

At HF we do things differently. We recognise the value of our employees and understand that they set us apart from our competitors. So, if you want to experience what life is like as a lawyer at HF? Take a look at our Litigation Executive / Paralegal vacancy within our Motor team, within our Fareham office.

What will you be doing?

You will be not only working independently but as part of a successful Motor team. As you will have completed a Law Degree or Law conversion course and/or have previous file handling experience or have worked in the insurance industry you will be ready to handle your own caseload of defendant litigated MOJ, OIC, and small claims files. You must have an interest in progressing a career within insurance law/the personal injury sector.

You will handle a case load of defendant litigated MOJ, OIC, and small claims files.

You will be confident providing clients with updates and ensure that that their legal affairs are dealt with in a business-like and competent manner to ensure the efficient operation of the firm.

This is what our Partner and Head of Fareham Office, James, says about the role;

“We’ve enjoyed a great year & secured many successes for our valued clients across our Motor set at HF throughout 2024. But we’re not stopping there. We want to continue providing the very best services to our clients and we have some very exciting plans for 2025. To make those plans a reality, we need to bring the very best talent into HF so that we can continue driving forwards at pace. I’m delighted to be advertising for a Litigation Executive to join our Motor PI team at our offices in Fareham and look forward to welcoming another member to an exciting and fast-paced department.”

What’s in it for you?

This is a real chance for you to start and shine in a successful career in law. We have a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees, there are many opportunities for progression for you to have a rewarding and prosperous career at HF. All our training contracts are offered internally and are not met with external competition! You will be eligible to apply for a training contract upon completion of your probation period.

What do I need?

LLB Hons, GDL or equivalent OR a minimum of 12 months experience in a claim handling role, handling preferably a litigated defendant caseload.

About The Company

HF is one of the UK’s leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK’s 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire.

We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code - you can be yourself at work! We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours for all. The successful candidate will be expected to attend the office 2 days a week and have flexibility on this.

We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, from paying for professional subscriptions to offering learning and development grants for further study, we are always looking to invest and grow our people.

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Hybrid office/home working
• 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service
• Private healthcare provision
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life insurance and income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service
• Season ticket loans
• Flu vouchers
• Bonus scheme
• HF Discount Hub

Sounds great! What next?

If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you!

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Please note this role is based from our office in Whiteley, Fareham on a hybrid basis.