Paralegal
Marley Risk Consultants Ltd
Paralegal
£32500
Marley Risk Consultants Ltd, Four Pools, Wychavon
- Full time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 1 week ago, 19 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 06efadd39a9b438780e6cfa5db91ec65
Full Job Description
- Working as part of the Recoveries team, performing a variety of paralegal tasks to support the smooth running of the department. As a team you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of historic claims ranging in value from £50,000 up to £1m.
- You will report to and be supported by the Recoveries Team Manager (RTM).
- Participate in any internal or external training as required. The company will cover the cost of any training fees but reserves the right to claim back some or all of the costs should you leave the company within a certain timeframe (as stipulated in your contract of employment).
- Manage inbound and outbound calls, emails and letters with insurers, policyholders, property developers, fellow professionals and industry specialists.
- Manage diary to ensure optimum use of time and resources, meeting all agreed deadlines.
- Ensure customers are treated fairly, abiding by all relevant legal requirements, industry guidelines and company standards.
- On occasion, opportunities may arise to join other colleagues on site visits across the UK.
- Actively participate in team discussions to highlight issues and promote group learning.
- Perform other tasks as reasonably required by RTM or Senior Management.
Ideally 3+ years Paralegal experience, with a background in cost recoveries, insurance claims and property litigation. - Proven ability to manage case load and support solicitors on more complex cases.
- Demonstrable experience of researching, reviewing, interpreting and preparing legal documents.
- Excellent administration skills and experience of IT systems including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, and experience of Claims Management or Case Management Portal Systems. Training on company systems will be given.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A team player who is willing to ask questions to ensure tasks are completed effectively, and willing to assist colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertise.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Able to quickly build positive and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Well organised with excellent time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
- Confident working independently under instruction.
- Able to adapt to new challenges.
- Knowledge of housebuilding and/or the general construction industry would be advantageous but training will be provided as required., NALP Paralegal practice qualification (or working towards) or postgraduate paralegal diploma, law degree, award in legal studies or legal secretary qualification.
- Bachelor degree (preferred but not essential).
- Minimum GCSE English Language grade 5/C or equivalent., Paralegal: 1 year (required)
Generous company pension. - Tools/equipment required for the performance of company duties.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Techscheme.
- Life Insurance (following successful completion of probationary period).
- Private Medical Insurance (following successful completion of probationary period).
- Casual dress policy.
- Flexible Working.
- Free on-site parking (where available).
- EV charging points (where available).
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free gym membership (PureGym).
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Work from home
- Monday to Friday
Key Activities:
Work as part of a team to assist in the management of a varied communal case load of historic claims from initial review through to completion to maximise opportunities for cost recovery from insurance companies, property developers and other relevant parties.
This will include but is not limited to:
o Receive and record new cases for review.
o Work with Solicitors to complete initial case review within agreed timeframe.
o Check all case details to ensure information is accurate and complete. Identify and remedy any queries, discrepancies and/or omissions.
o Support Solicitors in progressing each recoveries case through to conclusion, completing agreed actions in a timely manner.
o Take instruction to draft, review and amend a range of legal documents, including letters, reports, etc.
o Accurately interpret legal documentation, expert reports and insurance policies. This will include relevant building safety and fire safety legislation.
o Assist Solicitors in the appointment of counsel where appropriate. Liaise with external legal partners and manage relationships accordingly.
o Take instruction to raise and/or request payments as appropriate, ensuring all information is accurate and complete.
o Update Case Management Portal System to ensure all records are accurate and complete, and all data is securely stored following appropriate guidelines.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,000.00-£32,500.00 per year
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