Senior Litigation Paralegal

Yü Group PLC; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal to join their dynamic litigation team. In this role, you will manage a diverse caseload, conduct comprehensive reviews, and prepare court documentation. You will also engage in negotiations and provide training to junior staff. This position offers the opportunity to work within a rapidly growing business in the energy sector, where your contributions will directly impact the success of the organization. If you are passionate about litigation and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Holiday buy – up to 5 additional days

Day off on your birthday

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual salary review

Learning and development opportunities

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Death in service and critical illness cover

Company sick pay

Long service recognition

Qualifications

• Strong litigation experience with the ability to work under limited supervision.
• Confident advocate with excellent communication skills in court.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of pre-action and litigated matters effectively.
• Prepare and draft court documentation and conduct mediations.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Communication Skills

Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)

Advocacy Skills

Negotiation Skills

Research and Analysis

Education

CILEx Qualification

Tools

Case Management Systems

Job description

Reports to: Head of Debt

Location: Leicester, LE3 5BZ

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week

We are looking for an energetic, confident Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our litigation and dispute resolution solution within the wider debt and commercial function. You will handle a caseload of pre-action and litigated matters.

Passionate and motivated people are the power behind our growth, so we’re looking to expand our team and you could be part of our success story.

This Role's Hiring Manager: Christina Renshaw

What We Need from Yü:

Here’s a taste of what you’ll be doing:

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of matters and undertake all pre-action steps as well as post-litigation procedures.
• Issue Court Action and take all necessary steps up to and including various options for enforcing a judgment.
• Prepare and draft Court documentation, including but not limited to Reply to Defences, Witness Statements, Disclosure, Set Aside Hearings and completing court Bundles, from the issue stage onwards.
• Work on a diverse caseload including small claims, fast/intermediate track, and multi-track claims.
• Carry out Mediations.
• Experience handling Summary Judgments and Application to Lift Stays.
• Handle Statutory Demands and Winding Up petitions.
• Negotiate settlements and engage in dispute resolution on behalf of clients.
• Provide guidance and training to Junior Paralegals and Legal Administrative Staff.
• Gather necessary evidence and data required to support a high volume of valid claims.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
• Conduct research and analysis of case law to support legal arguments.
• Exhibit confident advocacy skills.
• Utilise case management systems effectively.
• Deliver commercial litigation services and support a culture of achieving win-win outcomes.
• Provide front-line legal advice and support related to the development and maintenance of our growing customer base.

About Yü:

If you have what it takes you could be just what we’re looking for…

• Technically strong litigation experience: CILEx – Qualified or studying, you must be able to work under limited supervision.
• Confident advocate – you have strong communication skills in Court and are able to demonstrate your knowledge of the CPR.
• Subject matter expert – ideally you have experience of litigating energy debt.
• Ambitious – Keen to take the next step in leading a legal solution for a rapidly growing business to business utility company.
• Team player – you’re happy to help a fellow colleague.
• Motivated – you have a can-do attitude and love to learn.
• Goal orientated – you love hitting and exceeding targets.
• Friendly – you’re always polite and speak to people with respect.

We have a wide range of benefits for our employees including:

• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Holiday buy – up to 5 additional days
• Day off on your birthday
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual salary review
• Learning and development opportunities
• Enhanced paternity, maternity and adoption policies
• Yü made a difference Awards
• 3 days additional annual leave if you get married/civil partnership etc.
• Appointment allowance
• Long service recognition
• Refer a friend payment
• Company sick pay (subject to length of service)
• New modern facilities
• Death in service and critical illness cover
• Plus, many more.

This position does not fulfil the UK Visas & Immigration sponsorship criteria for Skilled Worker, therefore we can only accept applications from candidates who already have an indefinite right to work in the UK.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you apply for a role, please let us know and we will see what we can do.

About Yü Group: Yü Energy are one of the UK’s fastest growing business gas, electricity and water suppliers, supplying thousands of companies across the UK. On a mission to shake-up the UK business energy market, our winning combination of expert, personal service and competitive prices are specifically tailored to the needs of commercial customers.