Department: Legal
Location: Bolton
Description
We have a great opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Recoveries team based in Bolton. The role involves supporting the litigation teams in achieving Client KPIs and SLAs, with tasks varying depending on the Business Unit.
Key Accountabilities
* Update case management system with case details, court dates, applications, orders, and activity logs for progress tracking.
* Draft routine court documents, such as Notices of Change, Court Orders, Witness Summons, and applications.
* Liaise with Courts, Counsel, Opponents, Experts, Witnesses, Insureds, and brokers to progress cases, including requesting updates and booking Counsel.
* Follow up on instructions and documents to ensure timely responses.
* Make and chase payment requests to ensure timely payments and dispatch.
* Ensure compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.
* Support the team with ad hoc duties, including initial recovery steps, minor investigations, and administrative activities like billing and file closure.
Experience, Skills, and Qualifications
* Legal environment experience is desirable.
* Strong communication skills and negotiation experience.
* Ability to follow semi-prescribed work programs, handle inquiries, gather and record information, and work independently.
* Proficient in MS Office and Claims/Case Management systems.
* Experience with alpha-numerical filing systems.
* GCSE grade A-C in Maths and English or equivalent.
Benefits
* Davies Incentive Plan
* 25 days holiday, increasing with service (option to buy/sell 3 days)
* Simply Health Care Cash Plan
* WeCare online health and wellbeing support
* Death In Service after 1 year
* Pension: 5% Employee / 3% Employer
* Employee Resource Groups
* Employee Volunteering
* Cycle to Work Scheme*
* Tech Scheme*
* Season Ticket Loan*
* Gym Flex*
* Online Discount Sites
* Gourmet Society Membership
* Discounted Merlin Tickets
* Local retail discounts
*After successful probation.
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