Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Paralegal

An exciting new opportunity has arisen in for a talented Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Paralegal to work in our Dispute Resolution department. This opportunity is due to growth within the team.

The successful candidate will be predominantly based at our Banbury office but may need to travel to our other offices to attend client appointments from time to time.

Please note if you apply direct (not through an agency) and successfully complete your probation period we will give you a one-time bonus payment of £500 (gross pay).

• To manage a varied caseload of Dispute Resolution matters commensurate with experience and support Senior Solicitor with more complex matters.
• Sourcing and instructing barristers as required.
• To deal with client queries over the telephone and in person.
• Undertake own work in accordance with the requirements of the Office Manual.
• Achieving agreed targets and key performance indicators to support department budgets.
• Comply with the quality systems and maintain systems and standards for compliance.
• To attend departmental and firm wide meetings.
• To proficiently use the Firm’s case management system.
• Organise and attend any appropriate internal and external training seminars.
• Supporting in marketing and business development of the department, with the assistance of the Business Development Director and Senior Solicitor, to include attendance at networking and exhibition events.
• Undertaking any reasonable instructions given by line manager and Directors within the limits of this job description.
• A minimum of 12 months’ experience of running a civil litigation caseload.
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and court processes.
• Confident in communicating with barristers and third parties.
• Strong team player.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the law and legal system as is required for the needs of this role.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Driving licence and use of own vehicle essential.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience of case management systems and time recording (knowledge of P4W would be advantageous).
• Knowledge and understanding of current AML regulations, SRA Accounts Rules and Codes of Conduct.
• Awareness of cybersecurity and data protection issues and legislation.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal); skilled in dealing sensitively with clients.

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