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DAS UK Group

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Bristol
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a solid grasp of civil procedure, case and financial management experience, excellent client care skills, a confident phone manner, and the ability to support emotional clients effectively.
  • You will handle diverse property disputes, manage claim stages, draft documents, negotiate, mediate, and participate in trials, all while working in a supportive, collaborative team.

Requirements

  • A comprehensive working knowledge of civil procedure
  • Experience of running a significant case load with appropriate supervision
  • Outstanding client care skills
  • A commitment to ensuring good customer outcomes
  • Experience of case management and financial management and an understanding of the drivers behind a profitable and successful business
  • A confident telephone manner with the ability to deal with clients who may be distressed and emotional due to the circumstances they find themselves in

Responsibilities

  • In this role, you’ll have an opportunity to work on diverse and complex property disputes from day one, which will include small claims, fast track and multi-track claims and defences.
  • You’ll enjoy early responsibility for all of the claim stages, from inception to conclusion, including drafting of statements of case and witness statements, negotiation, mediation and trial and we’ll offer all the support and training you will need to be successful.
  • This is a role that offers real challenge, and you’ll enjoy an extremely varied caseload, including nuisance, trespass, property damage and negligence disputes (no two cases are ever the same!).
  • It is a rewarding environment for candidates who are looking to work in a supportive, collaborative team, with the opportunity for continuous improvement and ability to develop professionally.

FAQs

What type of disputes will I be working on as a Paralegal in Property Litigation?

You will work on diverse and complex property disputes, including small claims, fast track and multi-track claims, nuisance, trespass, property damage, and negligence disputes.

Is prior experience in property law necessary for this position?

Yes, having an interest in property law is essential for the role.

What qualifications are preferred for applicants?

We welcome applications from Solicitors, LLB/GDL or LPC graduates, ILEX, or those with equivalent experience who can demonstrate relevant skills.

Will I have responsibility for my own caseload?

Yes, you will enjoy early responsibility for all stages of claims, including running your own caseload with appropriate supervision.

What skills are required to be successful in this role?

Candidates should have a comprehensive working knowledge of civil procedure, outstanding client care skills, and the ability to manage cases and finances effectively.

Is there room for career development in this position?

Yes, we are committed to supporting your professional development and offer opportunities for internal Training Contracts and alternative routes to qualification (SQE/CILEX).

How does the company approach work-life balance?

We support our people in achieving a work-life balance that works for them and are open to discussing flexible working options.

What type of work environment does ARAG UK promote?

ARAG UK fosters an open, inclusive, and high-energy culture that encourages a fun working environment while prioritizing customers' needs.

Are there benefits included with this position?

Yes, we offer a generous reward and benefits package alongside opportunities for personal and professional development.

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DAS UK Group

'First for Justice'​ for our customers and business partners.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1975
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

DAS UK Group has been helping businesses and individuals get access to justice for over 40 years. Our businesses include a legal expenses insurance company (https://www.dasinsurance.co.uk/) and a law firm. We have been a pioneer of the legal expenses insurance market since the concept was first introduced to the UK in 1975. We provide protection against unforeseen legal costs to millions of families and motorists, and hundreds of thousands of businesses every year, offering both before-the-event and after-the-event products and a range of telephone advice and assistance services, including our flagship legal advice service. Based in Bristol, with another office in South Wales, we employ over 600 people and are one of the UK's leading specialist insurers.