Housing Disrepair Paralegal (Entry level)
Housing Disrepair Paralegal (Entry level)
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Job Description
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Our client a well-respected and long-established law firm located in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Paralegal to join their Housing Disrepair department. This role offers full training and is ideal for a bright and ambitious law graduate with a strong interest in litigation. The position is permanent fully office-based and offers a salary of .
Role & Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks including but not limited to:
- Reviewing initial claim information.
- Gathering initial information from clients over the phone.
- Sending files for triage and reviewing triage reports.
- Identifying and processing files for rejection.
- Handling routine post emails and telephone calls.
- Coordinating with surveyors and other experts.
- Promptly addressing telephone enquiries from clients introducers and others.
- Assisting other team members as needed including various aspects of file handling under supervision.
- Performing other duties as reasonably requested by the Partners.
Candidate Requirements & Desired Attributes:
- Law graduate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and proficiency in electronic case management and filing systems.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to work accurately under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Strong research skills interpersonal skills and a high level of discretion when handling confidential matters.
- Good attention to detail and the ability to prioritise work effectively.
- Understanding the importance of client care and maintaining good client relations.
- Ability to work well within a team.
Prior experience in a Claimant Housing Disrepair department would be highly beneficial although not essential.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
