Job Title: Lead Paralegal
Department: Litigation
Salary: Up to £27K
Hours: Full time
Location: Newport.
Job Reference: CWS498
OVERVIEW
A standout opportunity for an experienced litigation paralegal to join a well-established and highly regarded Legal 500-ranked law firm known for its strong expertise in commercial and property disputes. This hands-on role offers exposure to high-quality, complex litigation work across a diverse client base, with involvement throughout the full dispute resolution process. You will also support and guide junior team members while managing your own caseload.
Ideal for someone with solid paralegal experience or similar, who enjoys responsibility and autonomy. This is not a training or solicitor-track role but a chance to thrive within a stable, supportive team delivering meaningful legal work in a collaborative environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
You will join a close-knit, dynamic litigation team comprising senior solicitors, fee earners, and junior paralegals, playing a key role in the day-to-day management of litigation files while supervising and supporting two junior paralegal colleagues. The role is primarily office-based to ensure strong team collaboration and hands-on guidance, although some flexibility may be accommodated where needed.
Supervisory responsibilities include:
* Delegating and distributing work efficiently based on capacity and case priorities
* Providing ongoing supervision, mentorship, and training to junior team members
* Assisting with performance reviews and professional development initiatives
Paralegal responsibilities include:
* Delivering hands-on support in the preparation and management of litigation matters across all stages of the dispute resolution lifecycle
* Assisting with a broad range of contentious matters within commercial, property, and professional negligence disputes
* Supporting legal work relating to real estate issues, including boundary disputes and land claims, and assisting with related procedural and administrative tasks
* Collaborating closely with fee earners to advance cases and contribute to case strategy
* Serving as a reliable point of reference within the team for specialist technical matters
* Maintaining a proactive and organised approach to managing caseloads and meeting deadlines
* Working collaboratively with legal and support staff to ensure efficient client service delivery
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
* Minimum 3-5 years' litigation paralegal experience, ideally gained within a mid-sized or Legal 500-ranked UK law firm or a similar environment.
* Proven expertise in commercial and property litigation
* Demonstrated ability to assist in all litigation stages, from pre-action through trial.
* Experience supervising/mentoring and delegating work to junior paralegals or support staff, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and workload coordination
* Preference for candidates seeking a senior paralegal role rather than pursuing solicitor qualification.
* Strong technical legal knowledge, particularly in property litigation and dispute resolution documentation
* Excellent case and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding court or client deadlines
* Proven ability to collaborate effectively with solicitors, clients, and external stakeholders to support case strategy and achieve positive outcomes.
IN RETURN:
* Flexible working
* Collaborative environment
* Free on site parking
* Bonus structure
* 25 days holiday + bank + Christmas
For more information, please contact cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)