At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in legal cases, conduct research, and draft important documents.
- Company: Dynamic law firm in Manchester with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Full training, ongoing support, and great career development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to learn about financial mis-selling claims.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in litigation and make a real difference in clients' lives.
- Qualifications: Good law degree and proven paralegal experience required.
The predicted salary is between 22050 - 26950 £ per year.
Our client is currently looking to recruit an experienced litigation paralegal, based at their offices in Manchester. The successful candidate will handle claims across the range of their areas of practice. Ideally, you will have an appetite for, and want to learn more about, financial mis-selling claims, whilst working closely with supervisors and partners, as well as colleagues within the firm, on the cases. We offer full training and ongoing support for our colleagues and provide a collaborative and professional working environment as well as good prospects for future development within the business.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducting pre-claim investigations, legal research and initial case assessments;
- Drafting and editing client correspondence;
- Dealing with queries from clients, defendants’ legal representative(s) and other third parties in person, electronically or via telephone;
- Drafting documents, including witness statements, draft orders, applications and instructions to Counsel;
- Proof-reading legal documents to ensure accuracy and legal compliance;
- Performing administrative duties on assigned claims (organising calendars, court hearings and case files as well as managing logistics and maintaining records on our CRM);
- Engaging in alternative dispute resolutions, mediations and settlement negotiations;
- Attending trials and other hearings with Counsel;
- Supporting solicitors and other team leaders by carrying out a range of legal tasks;
- Undertaking administrative tasks to ensure effective collaboration across the business.
The successful candidate will have:
- A good law degree;
- Proven, demonstrable experience as a paralegal;
- The ability to establish priorities and work under pressure to meet critical deadlines;
- Excellent organisational and communication skills and a flexible approach to the working environment;
- The motivation to work alone and collaborate as part of a team;
- The ability to perform at a high level and to achieve targets;
- Strong interpersonal skills, with a friendly, outgoing manner;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and applications such as Word and Excel;
- A strong work ethic with a commitment to providing excellent service to our clients;
- The ability to maintain very high standards and attention to detail when working with large volumes of work.
Desirable but not essential:
- One year’s relevant experience in a paralegal or claims management role;
- Experience in file handling and managing legal caseloads;
- Experience in, and knowledge of, instances of financial mis-selling.
Litigation Paralegal employer: Ignite Talent Group
Ignite Talent Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional growth and meaningful client relationships. Located in Solihull, the firm provides its Employment Solicitors with high-quality work, significant responsibilities, and clear pathways for career progression, all while ensuring competitive salaries and a focus on employee well-being.
