Litigation Paralegal

We are looking for someone who has a broad spectrum of experience in general litigation with the ability to conduct their own caseload of Landlord & Tenant possession work and debt recovery proceedings. Our aim is to recruit dynamic, forward-thinking individuals who wish to be part of our growth and who share the firm’s core values.

We have a flexible working contract on offer and set realistic annual billing targets. We offer an excellent profit related pay scheme bonus in addition to the basic salary based on the individual’s performance not a department or teams which is more restrictive and demotivating in nature.

The Role

This role is to assist our Senior Litigation Solicitor, Makayla Phillips with her caseload which is varied and for the successful candidate to conduct their own caseload of Landlord & Tenant and Debt Recovery matters under minimal supervision.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who feels stuck where they are, pigeonholed into one area of civil litigation and has the desire to expand on their experience or someone who needs to have the support to qualify as a solicitor.

You should have a passion to provide the most excellent in client care and the desire to progress.

The Candidate needs to have:

• 2+ years’ experience in General Litigation and Dispute Resolution
• Ability to conduct their own caseload of both Landlord & Tenant possession work and debt recovery proceedings with minimal supervision
• Experience in LEAP case management system (preferred)
• Ability to work autonomously on tasks set & track record of achieving career goals
• Enthusiasm to engage in networking and business development;
• Clear demonstrable ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships;
• Ambition to progress & excellent administration and organisational skills;
• Professional but friendly and approachable manner
• Ability to commute to Romford daily

Benefits

• Career progression
• Reasonable billing targets/daily tasks
• Favourable Holiday 5.6 weeks per annum including bank holidays (full time)
• Additional 1 day for your Birthday after six months service
• Company and social events paid for & Employee discount
• Competitive market salary according to experience

Only candidates with the relevant experience need apply with CV and covering letter to:

Email: Joanne.druce@fbarnes.co.uk