Paralegal (Newcastle)
Position Type: Full-time/Permanent
Aberdein Considine are looking for a Banking Litigation Paralegal to join our fast paced team in Newcastle.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working with a team of lawyers in the Banking Litigation team, supporting litigation and advisory work for a range of financial services clients, including a number of the UK’s largest banks and building societies
- Caseload will include financial services litigation such as mortgage possession/unsecured litigation proceedings, litigation and advice in relation to deceased borrower cases and end of term mortgages, litigation and investigatory work regarding post-redemption mortgage balances, litigation concerning buy-to-let residential properties such as possession claims
- Supporting a case load in line with Regulated members of staff
- Build and maintain relationships with financial services clients
- Understand and meet requirements contained in Financial Conduct Authority rules and in client service level agreements
- Meet financial and performance targets
- Receive support, supervision and professional development
- Tasks required by the Partners
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience or knowledge of civil litigation
- Commitment to technical excellence
- Commitment to learning, development and teamwork
APTITUDES
Essential
- Organised
- Attention to detail
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Professional and embodies the firms values and behaviours
ABOUT US:
Aberdein Considine LLP is an award-winning law firm and this is a great opportunity to work in an innovative, challenging and rewarding work environment. We offer flexible and blended working in a progressive and supportive environment. In return for your hard work, you will be paid a competitive salary, receive an excellent benefits package and be part of a generous incentive and bonus scheme.
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