Paralegal (Newcastle)

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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