Role: Paralegal (Housing Disrepair) Reporting to: Head of Department Overall Responsibility: Legal Director Experience: Minimum 1 year Type: Full Time Monday - Friday (working flexibly between 8am and 6.30pm.) Our clientis a busy multi-disciplinary practice based in Manchester City Centre who specialise in financial mis-selling, housing disrepair, data breach, fraud and professional negligence. The firm is currently undergoing a period of substantial growth and we are seeking ambitious and confident paralegals to join our rapidly expanding legal team. Full training will be provided; however, the ideal candidate will have a background in litigation and experience in running their own caseload. Our client offers considerable support and provide a great working environment as well as good prospects for future development within the business. This is a great time to join the practice with excellent opportunities to help build the team and avenues for future progression. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Handle a non-litigated caseload in a high-quality and commercially effective manner Preparation and submission of claims to defendants, and ultimately the issuing of proceedings Draft legal documentation and conduct legal research Draft/Edit client correspondence Interview clients and liaise with a variety of 3rd party professionals and stakeholders Maintain high standards of information recording and client care Undertake administrative tasks as required Draft instructions to experts and third parties Core Competencies Required: Law Degree (LLB, BA, MSC) LPC or CILEX qualification or working towards similar qualification Knowledge of general litigation Must have a good telephone manner, with confidence in delivery Excellent understanding of Proclaim or other similar case management system Be able to establish priorities and manage deadlines Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and relevant practice and business IT systems Highly motivated and pro-active team player Must be able to work in a flexible environment What you will receive: Basic salary of £23 - £25.5k depending on experience Performance Bonus / Commission Pay 25 days holiday bank holidays Perfect city centre location Company pension Excellent ongoing training and support Great opportunities for career progression and development 20% Gym Discount Other corporate discounts