Paralegal

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join our client's Commercial Law team within Debt Recovery at a time of significant company growth. You'll be responsible for managing a high volume caseload of both pre-legal and legal matters, with a view to recovering overdue monies on business to business debts.

As a key point of contact for our clients, you'll have the opportunity to build and develop strong relationships whilst gaining an understanding of their commercial requirements.

This is a fast-paced role offering exposure to a variety of legal matters and is ideal for someone looking to progress their career within law.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing court documents and progressing legal files


• Managing incoming telephone and email communication from a variety of sources e.g debtors, clients, courts and high court enforcement officers


• Utilising a variety of resources to perform necessary research


• Reporting to clients in a timely and professional manner


• Accurately opening new files

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Experience within a law firm working on commercial debt revoery matters is essential 


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Clear, confident telephone manner


• Legal qualifications held/working towards (e.g CILEx), preferred but not essential

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-starter capable of working on routine tasks with minimum supervision


• Consistent high level of accuracy, even when under pressure


• Organised and methodical with ability to adapt and flex when required


• Friendly and approachable demeanour

BENEFITS

• Experience working within a highly collaborative team in a successful commercial law firm


• Personal development opportunities from daily exposure to different areas of commercial law


• Part of an inclusive, supportive environment


• Regular opportunity to contribute new ideas in monthly forums


• Ongoing training and development


• Potential to develop role in line with business growth


• Performance related bonus, private healthcare, pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, great office location, free parking