Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Up to £29,000 per annum

Extensive benefits package

Central Chester office location

We’re working with a well-established law firm looking to recruit a Commercial Litigation Paralegal into its growing Dispute Resolution team in Chester. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with at least a year’s Commercial litigation experience to develop their technical skills, work on a broad range of disputes, and gain hands-on exposure to high-quality contentious work alongside experienced lawyers.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting fee earners across a range of litigation and dispute resolution matters while ensuring compliance with the firm’s quality and risk procedures
• Preparing court documents, bundles, and supporting documentation for proceedings
• Handling new client enquiries in line with team processes
• Attending client meetings, mediations, and court hearings to take detailed attendance notes and update the case management system (P4W)
• Acting as a point of contact in the absence of colleagues, managing incoming calls and escalating urgent matters where required
• Providing routine client updates and drafting correspondence to help progress matters efficiently
• Making routine enquiries and information requests to move cases forward proactively
• Preparing and sending both standard and bespoke correspondence, ensuring all enclosures and documentation are accurate and compliant

What we need from you:

• At least 1 years’ experience within Corporate or Commercial Litigation, or Dispute Resolution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Experience using legal case management systems (P4W experience beneficial)
• A proactive approach and commitment to delivering excellent client care

The perks:

• Salary up to £29,000
• 36 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Private health cover
• Medical cashback scheme
• 24/7 GP service
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
• Employer pension contribution
• Recruitment referral bonus scheme
• Voucher reward scheme
• Social and charity events
• CSR initiatives

Ready to apply?

Hit the apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com.

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