Litigation Paralegal

We are delighted to be working in partnership with our award winning client based in Glasgow who is looking to recruit an Litigation Paralegal on a full time, permanent basis.You will be responsible for managing a mixed portfolio caseload of contentious and non-contentious court applications, including secured lender recoveries, commercial debt recovery, sequestration and liquidation petition work in both the Sheriff Court and Court of Session. This will be a varied role, working with a number of partners with direct interaction with clients and debtors.Your responsibilities will include:You will be expected to manage a case load of court applications under partner supervision, framing applications, managing court diaries, preparing motions and instructions for court appearancesYou will be able to develop client relationships, updating on progress with cases, taking instructions, processing client management information and fee rendering.In taking responsibility for your case load, you will require excellent time management skills and be well organised in meeting strict court deadlines and progressing matters efficiently with good communication with clients to keep them updated as cases develop (including working to Service Level Agreements where applicable).You will understand the technical requirements of court procedure.You will be collaborative in your approach to work, ensuring colleagues are well prepared for court hearings.You will be committed to providing an excellent level of service to clients, show initiative, have a positive attitude and be proactive in striving for the best outcome for clients.You will have strong IT skills and the capacity to learn and operate different IT systems (including our clients’ own systems).This role offers the opportunity to engage in extensive business development activities with clients to grow your professional network while you advance your career, develop your skills, and to work with a great team in a friendly, supportive and client focused environment.To be considered for this opportunity, our client does require the following experience /background:Previous experience working as a Paralegal within a Litigation DepartmentExcellent IT and document skillsHighly organised with the ability to prioritiseExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExperience with audio and copy typingEffective time management skills with the ability to work to dedicated timescales and deadlinesConfidence dealing with clients and colleagues of all levelsStrong technical capabilityCommitted to providing a first-class service at all timesNatural positive and proactive attitudeRewardExcellent starting salary which will be discussed at time of applicationGenerous holiday allowanceExcellent training and a clear career pathPensionFlexible working upon requestLife AssuranceVarious incentives and rewardsOpportunity to work from homeNext StepsFor further information, please apply by emailing your CV to Utopian Recruitment ASAP. Our client is looking to interview and recruit these positions as soon as possible.To keep up to date with current opportunities be sure to follow the Utopian Professional Recruitment page on LinkedIn, Instagram & FacebookWhilst Utopian Professional Recruitment strives to get in touch with all our applicants, it isn’t always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days after sending us your CV unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this position.Equal OpportunitiesUtopian Professional Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.