Contract Senior ParalegalWe, TLT, are looking for dynamic, self-motivated, and experienced litigious Paralegals with an ambition to work for a forward-thinking law firm as a Contract Senior Paralegal.
The role will be on an initial 3-6 month contract, with potential for extension, and will be paid a day rate via an Umbrellapany.
This role requires office attendance in Belfast, so we ask that applicants reside within the Manchester region or within amutable distance to our Belfast offices.
Your Role
1. Fee earning end to end case work including being responsible for your own cases allocated in accordance with resourcing thresholds, to include some moreplex matters, under supervision.
2. Preparation of documentation, liaising with clients, customers (as and when required), third parties to progress cases through the appropriate process within SLA.
3. Drafting correspondence.
4. Reviewing iing correspondence from third parties.
5. Managing key dates.
6. Ensuring the case management system is accurately updated to allow data capture and MI to be produced.
7. Responsible for delivering an excellent client service through case management.
8. Full financial management of matters with high level of financial hygiene specifically in relation to billing,
9. Undertake work within the regulatory and industry frameworks, policies and procedures.
10. Maintain a culture of positive behaviour and role modelling within the team.
11. Operate at apetency level which means you are a Subject Matter Expert.
12. Regularly updating clients on case progress and ensuring prompt billing.
13. Ensuringpliance with relevant legislation,pany policies, and data protection regulations.
Your Skills and Experience
14. At least 2 years of previous paralegal experience.
15. A Law degree or equivalent qualification.
16. Excellentmunication skills (both oral and written)
17. Accuracy, good organisational skills, ability to operate in a fast paced environment and flexibility.
18. Good knowledge of Word and Outlook is required and experience in Excel, PowerPoint, interwoven would be beneficial.
19. Desirable, but not essential, are proficient Excel skills (with basic and vlookup formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts & managing large spreadsheets) and the ability to export data to other spreadsheets and charts efficiently, whilst also being able to put together easy-to-read analysis.
20. Excellent ability to manage a busy caseload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
21. Effective written and verbalmunication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
22. Meticulous approach to reviewing documents, preparing legal documents, and ensuring accuracy.
About TLT
Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people.
We work with high profile clients in innovative sectors. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,800 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. TLT was named Law Firm of the Year at the Legal Business Awards 2023. This marks the third year in a row the firm has taken away this accolade in industry awards - having previously been named Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer Awards in 2021 and the British Legal Awards in 2022.
Our purpose is to protect, prepare and progress our clients for whates next and it's essential that we do the same for our people, our planet and ourmunities too. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute.
TLT ismitted to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate.
We wee applications from people with disabilities and aremitted to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, require any reasonable adjustments or an application to access to work please contact the recruitment team on Recruitment.Operations@TLT
TLT LLP Job ID 4928