Senior Litigation Paralegal

Yu Energy; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal to join their litigation team in Leicester. The role involves managing a diverse caseload, preparing court documents, and providing legal advice. Ideal candidates will have strong litigation experience and a proactive approach to legal solutions.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Holiday buy-up of 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

Refer a friend bonus

Company sick pay (subject to service length)

Death in service and critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Technically strong litigation experience required.
• Ability to work independently and manage caseloads.
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of matters and undertake pre-action steps.
• Prepare and draft Court documentation from the issue stage onwards.
• Negotiate settlements and engage in dispute resolution.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Confident advocacy

Negotiation skills

Research and analysis

Education

CILEx – Qualified or studying

Job description

Senior Litigation Paralegal

Department: YUG - 4000 - Legal Enforcement Activities

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Leicester

Reporting To: Head Of Debt

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 team within the wider debt and commercial function. You will handle a caseload of pre-action and litigated matters.

Passionate and motivated people are the driving force behind our growth, and we’re expanding our team — you could be part of our success story.

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 enforcement options.
• Prepare and draft Court documentation, such as Replies to Defences, Witness Statements, Disclosure, Set Aside Hearings, and 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.
• Handle Summary Judgments and Applications to Lift Stays.
• Manage 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 to support a high volume of 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 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; ability to work independently.
• Confident advocate with strong communication skills in Court and knowledge of the CPR.
• Subject matter expertise – experience litigating energy debt is preferred.
• Ambitious – eager to lead legal solutions for a rapidly growing B2B utility company.
• Team player – willing to support colleagues.
• Motivated – proactive with a love for learning.
• Goal-oriented – committed to hitting and exceeding targets.
• Friendly – always polite and respectful.

Yü Come First

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including:

• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Holiday buy-up of 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
• Additional leave on marriage/civil partnership
• Appointment allowance
• Long service recognition
• Refer a friend bonus
• Company sick pay (subject to service length)
• Modern facilities
• Death in service and critical illness cover
• And many more

This position does not meet the UK Visas & Immigration sponsorship criteria for Skilled Worker visas; only applications from candidates with indefinite right to work in the UK will be considered.

If you require reasonable adjustments to apply, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate.