Abuse and Social Care NQ/Senior Paralegal

Preston Permanent £28,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a committed Abuse and Social Care NQ/Senior Paralegal to join our client's Preston team.
  • Opportunity to join award winning firm in Lancashire
  • Great quality work competitive package

About Our Client

The firm is a reputable legal entity with a team of over 2000 employees. Located in the heart of Preston, they have a consistent record of delivering a wide range of legal services to both businesses and individuals. They have been recognized for their commitment to their clients and their innovative approach to complex legal issues.

Job Description

As a Abuse and Social Care NQ/Senior Paralegal, you will be responsible for achieving successful outcomes such as:

  • You will play a key role in the provision of expert advice and guidance across a wide variety of interesting and forensically stimulating abuse & social care matters, many of which involve complex, often novel issues;
  • You will work on a varied caseload of abuse & social care matters, assisting senior advisors and as appropriate handling your own files under supervision;
  • You will work efficiently and effectively, demonstrating strong time management and financial hygiene;
  • You will provide written and verbal advice to your peers and to clients;
  • You will communicate effectively with clients, opponents and third parties to progress files constructively, at all times safeguarding our clients' interests;
  • You will build positive relationships with your team, colleagues in other teams and current/prospective clients, recognising and fulfilling your role as an ambassador for your firm;
  • You will have opportunities to contribute to the delivery of the team's objectives, including business development, training events, articles and other profile-raising activities;
  • You will have opportunities to contribute to the culture, values and future of the firm

The Successful Applicant

A successful Abuse and Social Care NQ/Senior Paralegal should have:

  • solicitor or CILEX equivalent from NQ-3 years PQE or a paralegal with similar experience
  • experience in pre-litigation and litigated claims is essential
  • experience of abuse & social care work (irrespective of whether for claimants or defendants) is desirable but not essential;

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary of GBP 28,000 - GBP 45,600 per annum
  • The benefit of hybrid working
  • A bonus scheme as part of the remuneration package
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment
Contact
Jennifer Lees
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6620701
Phone number
+44 161 829 0469

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Business Services
Location
Preston
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jennifer Lees
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0469
Job reference
JN-122024-6620701