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Paralegal

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TLT LLP

25d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Legal
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You need excellent communication skills, accuracy, organizational skills, flexibility, and proficiency in Word and Outlook. Excel experience is beneficial; advanced skills are a plus.
  • You will manage cases, analyze claims, draft advice and correspondence, prepare trial bundles, instruct experts, review documents, manage key dates, and assist with billing and reporting.

Requirements

  • Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
  • Accuracy, good organisational skills and flexibility
  • Good knowledge of Word and Outlook is required and experience in Excel, PowerPoint, interwoven would be beneficial
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Junior fee earning case work including being responsible for your own cases, under supervision.
  • Investigating and analysing claims, preparing draft advices.
  • Assisting solicitors with preparing trial bundles.
  • Instructing experts and carrying out Initial review of expert reports.
  • Drafting correspondence.
  • Reviewing discovery documents received from other parties.
  • Managing key dates.
  • Assisting with recording, reporting on and analysing Management Information.
  • Assisting with billing.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Paralegal, with the option for an Assistant Paralegal.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Birmingham.

What does the FSDI team specialize in?

The FSDI team specializes in Financial Services Disputes and Investigations, providing legal services to the financial services sector in the UK.

What kind of case work will a Paralegal be responsible for?

A Paralegal will be responsible for junior fee earning case work, including managing their own cases under supervision.

What are some key responsibilities of the Paralegal role?

Key responsibilities include investigating and analyzing claims, assisting with trial bundles, drafting correspondence, reviewing discovery documents, managing key dates, and assisting with billing.

What skills are required for this position?

Required skills include excellent communication skills, accuracy, good organizational skills, flexibility, and proficiency in Word and Outlook. Experience in Excel, PowerPoint, and interwoven is beneficial.

Are there any specific Excel skills that are desired?

Yes, desirable Excel skills include proficiency with basic and vlookup formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts, managing large spreadsheets, and the ability to create easy-to-read analyses.

What is TLT’s approach to employee work-life balance?

TLT promotes a progressive fully flexible working approach, empowering employees to work in a place and at a time that suits their needs, supporting hybrid working and work/life balance.

What benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive a competitive salary, an annual pay review, 25 days holiday (increasing to 30 based on length of service), private medical insurance, and access to a flexible benefits scheme.

What is TLT's commitment to diversity and inclusion?

TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, as well as those with disabilities, providing reasonable adjustments as needed.

For what comes next. UK Law Firm of the Year 2022

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re your business advisers as well as your lawyers, working in step with you to protect your interests today and progress your ambitions for tomorrow. With local, national and international reach, we draw on our diverse expertise to find solutions and look forward to create new opportunities. In an unpredictable world, your business adapts and evolves to succeed, and so do we. Bringing together our expertise with efficient processes and integrated technology, we’ll anticipate change to keep you ahead of your challenges. Our approach is for the long term, in our relationships and in the sustainability of our actions, and we’ll work with you to put people and planet at the forefront. Your success is our responsibility. No half measures, part of your team and with you every step of the way. Winners of UK Law Firm of the Year, British Legal Awards 2022.