We are looking to speak to Contract Paralegals to support our Lender Sales team in Bristol. The role will be traditional conveyancing, with a twist, due to the nature of the work undertaken, and you will be working within our Receiver Litigation team.
Office attendance to our Bristol offices is required, therefore candidates will ideally reside in the Bristol region or within a commutable distance to our offices.
The role will be on an initial 3-month contract with the possibility of extension. You will be paid on a day rate working via an Umbrella company.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least 6-12 months of previous paralegal experience
• Previous administration experience
• Previous telephone handling experience
• To demonstrate a natural empathy/affinity with Clients and a good telephone manner, with a clear diction
• Proactivity and attention to detail
• Organisational and time management skills

As a Contract Paralegal your day-to-day remit includes:

• Processing new matters using case management system
• Use case management system to action workflow entries on a daily basis and from the Schedule for individual files
• Responsible for own caseload of receiver litigation files, referring all legal aspects to the Team Supervisor or Team Manager.
• Preparation of court documentation, witness statements and dealing with any incoming emails in respect of the cases.
• Regularly update clients on progress of the litigation cases.
• Ensure that all matters are billed promptly at each stage.