DescriptionReports to:Head of DebtLocation:Leicester, LE3 5BZWorking hours:Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a weekWe are looking for an energetic, confident Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our litigation and dispute resolution solution within the wider debt and commercial function. You will handle a caseload of pre-action and litigated matters.Passionate and motivated people are the power behind our growth so were looking to expand our team and you could be part of our success story.What We Need from YHeres a taste of what youll be doing:Conduct comprehensive reviews of matters and undertake all pre-action steps as well as post-litigation procedures.
Issue Court Action and take all necessary steps up to and including various options for enforcing a judgment.
Prepare and draft Court documentation, including but not limited to Reply to Defences, Witness Statements, Disclosure, Set Aside Hearings and completing court Bundles, from the issue stage onwards.
Work on a diverse caseload including small claims, fast/intermediate track, and multi-track claims.
Carry out Mediations.
Experience handling Summary Judgments and Application to Lift Stays.
Handle Statutory Demands and Winding Up petitions.
Negotiate settlements and engage in dispute resolution on behalf of clients.
Provide guidance and training to Junior Paralegals and Legal Administrative Staff.
Gather necessary evidence and data required to support a high volume of valid claims.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
Conduct research and analysis of case law to support legal arguments.
Exhibit confident advocacy skills.
Utilise case management systems effectively.
Deliver commercial litigation services and support a culture of achieving win-win outcomes.
Provide front-line legal advice and support related to the development and maintenance of our growing customer base.
About YIf you have what it takes you could be just what were looking forTechnically strong litigation experience: CILExQualified or studying you must be able to work under limited supervision
Confident advocateyou have strong communication skills in Court and are able to demonstrate your knowledge of the CPR;
Subject matter expertideally you have experience of litigating energy debt;
AmbitiousKeen to take the next step in leading a legal solution for a rapidly growing business to business utility company;
Team playeryoure happy to help a fellow colleague ;
Motivatedyou have a can-do attitude and love to learn;
Goal orientatedyou love hitting and exceeding targets;
Friendlyyoure always polite and speak to people with respect.
Y Come FirstWe have a wide range of benefits for our employees including:24 days annual leave + bank holidays
Holiday buyup to 5 additional days
Day off on your birthday
Employee Assistance Programme
Annual salary review
Learning and development opportunities
Enhanced paternity, maternity and adoption policies
Y made a difference Awards
3 days additional annual leave if you get married/civil partnership etc.
Appointment allowance
Long service recognition
Refer a friend payment
Company sick pay (subject to length of service)
New modern facilities
Death in service and critical illness cover
Plus, many more
This position does not fulfil the UK Visas & Immigration sponsorship criteria for Skilled Worker, therefore we can only accept applications from candidates who already have an indefinite right to work in the UK.If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you apply for a role, please let us know and we will see what we can do.#YUIndeed
TPBN1_UKTJ