Motor Recoveries Trainee Paralegal

Job description

Lyons Davidson is a national law practice of around 1,000 employees operating from offices in Bristol, Solihull, Leeds, Surrey, Plymouth, Cardiff and London, and our associated practice in Edinburgh, Lyons Davidson Scotland LLP. We also have employees based in onsite client offices in Birmingham and Whitstable.

We are a full service legal Company committed to delivering high-quality professional services in a cost-effect and approachable manner to institutions, businesses and individuals.

Purpose:

We are looking for a Trainee Paralegal to join our Motor Recovery team based at our Edinburgh office.

Duties/Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will run a caseload of Recovery files consisting of non-litigated and litigated cases. This may include a mixture of RTA and property damage files. The role involves extensive communication with clients and third parties, using our in-house case management system to manage your caseload. You will need to work in a proactive manner to comply fully with agreed service level requirements.

Skills/Competencies required:

Desirable Experience:

• Experience of running own caseload;

• Experience of handling both litigated and non-litigated files;

• Experience of working in insurance;

• Experience of using a case management system.

Competencies:

• Enthusiastic and motivated for a career in litigation;

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

• A team player;

• Good time management and organisational skills;

• Excellent client care skills;

• Computer literate and able to do own typing;

• Ability to research and analyse legal issues.

Education required:

• Law degree/ Diploma in Legal Practice/ILEX or equivalent is desirable but full training will be provided

Why Join us?

With Investors in People accreditation since 1998, we positively encourage our employees to progress and develop within the Company. We recognise that our continued growth and success is the direct result of our employee’s contributions and we want to help you exceed the needs of relevant CPD requirements, regardless of the role.

Our wide range of benefits, include a generous holiday entitlement, flexible benefits (including pension, childcare vouchers, bikes for work and health screening), bonus scheme and development opportunities. We have active social committees and support various charities/fundraising events across the UK.

Lyons Davidson prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and is committed to, and realises the benefits of, having a diverse workforce.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Please note that any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory credit check and Standard criminal record check. This information will only be used to assess suitability for employment insofar as it is relevant.