Pre-litigation paralegal

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited ,
Manchester, Greater Manchester

Overview

Your new firm This national law firm, based in the North West, is recognised as a leading firm in the insurance sector. They won a number of high profile awards last year. Due to an increasing number of instructions, a permanent paralegal is needed to join the dedicated Credit Hire team in the Greater Manchester office. Your new role As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for pursuing the settlement of pre-litigation credit hire files and ensure client guidelines are followed. You will review pre-proceeding files and formulate initial strategy. You will undertake telephone negotiations and liaise with insurers where necessary. What you'll need to succeed This is an excellent opportunity for an LLB or LPC graduate to join a well-regarded firm and gain exposure to good quality work. Your attention to detail and communication skills will be crucial to this role, as will: A suitable qualification (e. LLB, ILEX, LPC) Exposure to working in a legal environment and either assisting or managing your own caseload Confident in dealing with pre-litigation paperwork Ability to use own initiative and prioritise workload What you'll get in return In return for your dedication and hard work, you will be rewarded with: A competitive salary (dependent on your experience) Excellent training, support and progression prospects Very generous employee discounts and purchase schemes An exciting and fast-paced environment with modern tools and technology What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays