FAQs
What is the duration of the Contract Paralegal position?
The position is on an initial 3-month contract.
Where can the Contract Paralegal be based?
The Contract Paralegal can be based in either Bristol or Manchester, although some office attendance is required.
What type of legal work will the Contract Paralegal be involved in?
The Contract Paralegal will assist with legal tasks supporting the Financial Services Disputes and Investigations team, focusing on contentious work for banks, mortgage lenders, and other financial services providers.
Will the Contract Paralegal be required to manage their own case load?
Yes, the Contract Paralegal will be responsible for their own case load of banking litigation matters, specifically fast-track claims.
Are there specific qualifications required for this role?
Yes, the ideal candidate should have a law degree or have passed the law conversion course, along with at least 6 months of legal assistant or paralegal experience.
Is experience in financial litigation necessary for this role?
While not mandatory, a background in commercial or financial litigation is preferable.
What skills are essential for the ideal candidate?
The ideal candidate should have strong organisational skills, accuracy, excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, and high standards of client service.
What software proficiency is required for this position?
The candidate must have good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook, and experience with Excel and PowerPoint would be beneficial.
Will the Contract Paralegal need to work through an umbrella company?
Yes, this role requires you to work via an umbrella company and is compensated on a day rate basis.
What are the main responsibilities of the Contract Paralegal?
The main responsibilities include taking instructions from clients, managing a case load of banking litigation matters, supporting other fee earners, managing financial outputs and billing, and creating Excel spreadsheets and graphic-based analysis for reporting.