About the Company
I am currently recruiting on behalf of a financial services organisation, based in Essex, who are seeking a Paralegal to join the team.
Job Description
As Paralegal, your main responsibilities will include:
* Assist attorneys, to develop legal advice for management, that improves Company decision-making
* Support the core business, while also participating in cross-functional project teams
* Assist the Legal team with ensuring all procedures, processes, systems and documents, comply with applicable law and corporate policies
* Assist the Legal team with, and perform, legal research and analysis
* Support monitoring for compliance, with laws and regulations, guidance issued by relevant regulatory bodies, and Company policy
* Assist with onboarding and processing invoices, from external counsel and litigation reporting
Qualifications/Skills needed
* A Law Degree from a UK university / a Degree and passed the PGDL / 3+ years' experience working as a Paralegal in a law firm or bank.
* At least one year experience of working in Financial Services or in a law firm.
* Understanding of UK consumer credit law and/or business banking law and/or consumer litigation and the regulatory framework of a UK bank
* Ability to identify legal risk and approaches to mitigate risk, from both a litigation and regulatory perspective
* Excellent research, issue-spotting and analytical skills
* Ability to work under pressure against deadlines and deliver results
Why work through Contechs?
Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.
How to Apply
If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.
Referral Program
If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit https://www.contechs.com/refer where we offer up to £600 referral fee.
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