At a Glance
- Tasks: Support lawyers in commercial litigation and dispute resolution while gaining hands-on experience.
- Company: Established law firm with a focus on professional growth and teamwork.
- Benefits: Up to £29,000 salary, 36 days holiday, private health cover, and more.
- Other info: Engage in social events and CSR initiatives while advancing your career.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and develop your legal skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 1+ years in commercial litigation, strong communication, and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29000 £ per year.
We're working with a well-established law firm looking to recruit a Commercial Litigation Paralegal into its growing Dispute Resolution team in Chester. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with at least a year's Commercial litigation experience to develop their technical skills, work on a broad range of disputes, and gain hands-on exposure to high-quality contentious work alongside experienced lawyers.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting fee earners across a range of litigation and dispute resolution matters while ensuring compliance with the firm's quality and risk procedures
- Preparing court documents, bundles, and supporting documentation for proceedings
- Handling new client enquiries in line with team processes
- Attending client meetings, mediations, and court hearings to take detailed attendance notes and update the case management system (P4W)
- Acting as a point of contact in the absence of colleagues, managing incoming calls and escalating urgent matters where required
- Providing routine client updates and drafting correspondence to help progress matters efficiently
- Making routine enquiries and information requests to move cases forward proactively
- Preparing and sending both standard and bespoke correspondence, ensuring all enclosures and documentation are accurate and compliant
What we need from you:
- At least 1 years’ experience within Corporate or Commercial Litigation, or Dispute Resolution
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Experience using legal case management systems (P4W experience beneficial)
- A proactive approach and commitment to delivering excellent client care
The perks:
- Salary up to £29,000
- 36 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
- Private health cover
- Medical cashback scheme
- 24/7 GP service
- Life insurance (4x salary)
- Enhanced sick pay
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
- Employer pension contribution
- Recruitment referral bonus scheme
- Voucher reward scheme
- Social and charity events
- CSR initiatives
Ready to apply? Hit the apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com.
Locations
Senior Commercial Litigation Paralegal in Cheshire, Chester employer: Oculus Legal Group
Join a well-established law firm in the heart of Chester, where you will not only enhance your legal expertise but also enjoy an extensive benefits package that includes 36 days of holiday, private health cover, and a supportive work culture focused on employee growth. With opportunities to engage in high-quality contentious work alongside experienced lawyers, this role offers a meaningful career path in a collaborative environment that values both professional development and employee well-being.
