Paralegal - Collective Actions - 12 Months FTC

Overview

Paralegal – Collective Actions – 12 Months FTC. We are looking to appoint a paralegal on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract to assist the Collective Actions team throughout various stages of a complex collective action case.

The role will involve supporting senior fee earners with tasks such as client onboarding, eligibility checks, data management, and ongoing case progression. Client communication will be a core part of the role, requiring clear, courteous, and accurate email correspondence in line with firm guidelines. You will also manage data accurately using Excel and ensure all information is processed with precision. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational skills, follow instructions carefully, and maintain a proactive approach to problem-solving while complying with all internal processes.

About Slater And Gordon

Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case.

Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive headlines we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors.

Company Values

Our values provide the framework for how we engage with our colleagues, customers, and stakeholders. These behaviours and values must be demonstrated in the role and across the business.

• We do what we say we will
• We own it, we sort it
• We don’t wait, we create
• We respect and encourage each other
• We make time to live

What We Offer In Return

We offer a flexible agile working environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office (must live a reasonable distance to commute to the office)
• 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 days
• Employee Referral scheme
• Group Incentive Plan (Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme)
• Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App providing services including annual health checks, Digital GP’s, mental health consultations, 2nd medical opinions and more
• BUPA cover after 1 year’s service, free for single cover for colleagues (less BIK Tax)
• Employee Assistance Programme with free webinars for stress awareness and counselling
• Group Income Protection
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes and apps including gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, meditation sessions and more
• Life Assurance cover
• Workplace pension, 5% once probation is passed
• Benefits Hub discounts
• Dental Insurance
• Free legal help and discounted lawyer-led legal services
• Note: Some benefits subject to probation or length of service; benefits may be adjusted/removed from time to time

The Company

Slater and Gordon also support and encourage you with developing your career with an award-winning law firm.

Responsibilities

• Support senior fee earners with tasks such as client onboarding, eligibility checks, data management, and ongoing case progression in a complex collective action
• Maintain accurate client communications in line with firm guidelines
• Manage data using Excel with precision
• Adhere to internal processes and demonstrate proactive problem-solving

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills; ability to follow instructions carefully
• Experience/ability in client onboarding, data management, and communications