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Motor Fraud and Complex Credit Hire Paralegal

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Weightmans

Yesterday

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Legal
  • Liverpool

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong IT, written, and communication skills, excellent organization and attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and knowledge of CPR; insurance experience is desirable.
  • You will assist with case management, legal research, drafting documents, attending meetings and hearings, instructing Counsel, responding to inquiries, and supporting business development activities.

Requirements

  • Excellent IT skills
  • Excellent written and communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organisation skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and concentration
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritise
  • Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
  • Knowledge of CPR procedure with proven technical ability
  • It is desirable that you have a commercial insurance background and have previous experience in litigated claims.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting fee earners with various tasks including general case management, legal research, drafting of witness statements and reports to clients and preparation for court hearings
  • Attending client meetings and court hearings to support fee earners
  • Assisting with the instruction of Counsel and experts
  • Responding promptly and accurately to correspondence and telephone enquiries from clients and other parties, with and without supervision
  • Achieving set financial and chargeable targets
  • Supporting the team’s business development activities

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Motor Fraud and Complex Credit Hire Paralegal?

The primary role is to provide assistance to senior case handlers in the Motor Fraud and Complex Credit Hire team, working on various cases involving fraud and complex credit hire.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include assisting fee earners with case management, legal research, drafting witness statements, attending client meetings and court hearings, responding to correspondence, achieving financial targets, and supporting business development activities.

What skills are required for this role?

Required skills include excellent IT skills, written and communication skills, time management, organisation skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and knowledge of CPR procedures.

Is prior experience in litigated claims necessary for this role?

While not necessary, it is desirable to have a commercial insurance background and previous experience in litigated claims.

Is there an opportunity for career development within the firm?

Yes, Weightmans is committed to nurturing and developing talent throughout all levels of the organisation.

What benefits do employees receive at Weightmans?

Benefits include 28 days of annual leave, hybrid working, healthcare cover, pension plan, life insurance, interest-free travel loan scheme, and various discounted services.

Are there opportunities for part-time work or job sharing?

Yes, Weightmans is open to part-time and job share applicants.

How does Weightmans view diversity and inclusion?

Weightmans is committed to fostering a culture of equality and diversity, respecting and recognizing everyone on merit for their work.

What is the eligibility criteria for working in the UK?

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.

How does the application process work?

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly for opportunities, and all successful candidates will undergo a standard background checking process.

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Weightmans

Helping businesses and people with all their legal needs

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1827
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Weightmans is a leading UK law firm providing a full range of legal services to businesses, government bodies, and individuals. Their ultimate mission is to deliver innovative and practical legal solutions that meet clients' diverse needs and exceed expectations. The firm's purpose revolves around fostering long-term client relationships built on trust and delivering strategic advice and support that helps clients navigate legal challenges effectively. Weightmans aims to uphold high standards of integrity and professionalism while contributing positively to the communities they serve through pro bono work and social responsibility initiatives.

Benefits

  • Our benefits package

    28 days holiday Flexibility and hybrid working: Dividing work time between home and office to give flexibility and work/life balance (for most roles but a small number cannot be performed at home) Healthcare cover: individual healthcare cover with the option to add partners and children at your expense Pension plan: we will match your contributions up to a maximum of 4% during your first two years of service, and up to a maximum of 6% thereafter Life insurance: 4 x salary Travel loan scheme: allows you to purchase an annual pass and have the money deducted from your net wages each month Employee care scheme: a confidential, external 24hr helpline Discounted gym membership Dental scheme: the dental scheme is an employee-funded scheme that will allow you to re-claim against any dental expenses that you incur. Cycle to work scheme: the cycle to work scheme is a government initiative, which aims to make cycling a more attractive way of commuting to work. Employees can take advantage of significant savings and all the benefits that cycling has to offer. Offers & discounts: great offers and discounts for all employees. We have some national offers, which can be used across all offices and some which are specifically designed for individual offices. * Subject to role and business requirements We also operate an Employee Recognition Scheme that encourages an environment of recognition through peer to peer nominations and a culture of celebrating success.