Job Description
Pertemps - Hiring Paralegals\nWe have a unique opportunity for two paralegals on a short-term contract within our clients Forensic Accounting team.\n\nThe Ideal Candidate:\n\nBased in Leeds, having recently graduated with a law degree.\nSeeking experience in Document Review.\nHandling large volumes of information on Forensic Accounting matters.\n \nMore Info:\n \nWorking Week: Monday to Friday \nWorking Hours: 08:30am - 6:00pm \nHourly Rate: £12.50 - £14.50 per hour (DOE)\nDuration of Assignment: The role will be an initial 2-month contract, with potential to extend on a rolling monthly basis thereafter.\n \nYour Role\n\nDeveloping an understanding of complex issues in order to review and categorise a wide range of evidence in support of an investigation.\nUsing e-disclosure platforms and specific systems (full training provided) to implement both relevance and redaction policies and decisions, to provide disclosure to relevant stakeholders.\nTaking detailed instructions from fee earners within the team and providing regular updates on progress.\nAttending meetings and contributing to discussions to enhance and maintain the quality, consistency, and value of the team’s work.\nMeeting targets and time recording.\nManaging financial outputs and billing responsibilities.Knowledge, Skills and Experience\n\nA law degree from Leeds University or University of an equal/better standing\nExcellent interpersonal skills as you will be working with a highly experienced team in the niche area of forensic accounting\nExcellent communication skills (both oral and written)\nAccuracy, good organisational skills, and flexibility\nGood knowledge of Word and Outlook is required and experience in Excel and OneNote would be beneficial\nDesirable, but not essential: 6 months+ experience working as a Paralegal in Document Review\nTo have basic knowledge of and be able to use common functions of relevant computer applications with appropriate trainingThis is an exciting and unique opportunity to gain work-based experience in the world of forensic accounting