Paralegal – Litigation

Job title:

Paralegal – Litigation

Company

Elite Touch Group

Job description

Elite Touch are excited to be working with their well established client who now seek a Litigation Paralegal to join their friendly team, based at their Bromley office.The successful candidate will understand the importance of attention to detail and committed to delivering the best possible service. You will show the ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a paralegal in the team, you will be working with solicitors and partners to support their activities. From an early stage, you will be encouraged, under supervision, to take on direct client contact and work on live matters as part of your training and progression.You should be a bright enthusiastic candidate with proven academic aptitude and have the genuine desire and talent for a career in law. As an able and committed team player you should enjoy legal research and be committed to taking the lead on enhancing your knowledge to ensure you have a strong understanding of the law. You also have a practical problem-solving approach to your work and the ability to think creatively whilst working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity is much more than a job, it is a career.Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Have at least 6 months experience within Litigation
• Completed the Legal Practise Course and have a keen interest in Litigation
• Completed either a qualifying law degree minimum 2:1 or non law degree, minimum grade 2:1 along with GDL graded at commendation or above
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

BenefitsProfit Share SchemeWe want all our employees to have a share in the success of the firm. This non contractual bonus is paid in June based on the profit from the previous financial year.MedicashOnce you have passed probation, you will be enrolled into our scheme which provides cashback on a range of health services. In addition, we also offer an Employee Assistance Programme and high street discounts.Birthday offIf you birthday falls on a working day, you can have that day off as an extra day’s leave.PensionAll employees are entitled to join our auto enrolment pension scheme. You will be enrolled in the pension after 3 months of employment dependent on age and salary.Death in Service InsuranceAll employees will be entitled to 2 x salary. Please ensure you complete your nomination form in your new starter pack.Annual leaveYou will receive an additional day’s holiday after every two years of service to a total maximum of 30 days.Legal FeesAfter one years’ service, you will be entitled to a contribution towards legal fees. The rules to this can be found in the staff handbook.Recruitment IncentiveWe offer £500 referral bonus to say thank you for introducing a job candidate that becomes employed by J&P and passes their probation.Season Ticket LoanAfter probation, you are entitled to apply for an interest free advance for a season ticket to use public transport to reach your place of work.Cycle to Work SchemeAllows you to make a saving of 25% – 39% on the retail price of a bike.

Expected salary

£22000 – 25000 per year

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:55:58 GMT

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