In-House Litigation Paralegal
The In-House Litigation Paralegal at Together will be an integral member of the Group Legal Department, focusing on managing a high-volume caseload of customer legal claims, particularly those arising from Claims Management Companies (CMCs). This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Head of Litigation, Legal Counsel, and an Apprentice Solicitor, contributing to the strategic handling of claims within a dynamic financial services environment.
Key responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day case administration, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements, preparing case documentation, and supporting the team's strategic approach to claims handling. Additionally, the paralegal will provide litigation and enforcement support to the Group’s Recoveries function, assisting with matters such as possession proceedings, receivership appointments, bankruptcy proceedings, security enforcement, and recovery actions alongside external legal partners.
Candidates should possess an LLB degree or a suitable paralegal qualification, with significant experience as a litigation paralegal, legal executive, or litigation file handler. A strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and experience managing a substantial caseload of litigated matters are essential. Proficiency in preparing court documents, bundles, and case summaries, along with experience in a regulated environment, preferably within financial services, is highly desirable. Strong drafting and written communication skills, the ability to analyze complex information, and proficiency with case management systems and Microsoft Office applications are also required.
This full-time, office-based position is located in Cheadle (SK8 3GW), with standard working hours from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. The compensation package includes 26 days of holiday, plus a day off for your birthday (increasing with service to 30 days), bank holidays, a discretionary annual bonus, a Shared Reward Bonus, matched pension contributions, health cash plan, private medical insurance, life assurance, critical illness cover, travel season ticket loans, a ride-to-work scheme, free local gym access, and local bar/restaurant discounts.
Together is a well-established financial services company with over 50 years of experience, offering a common-sense approach to mortgages and secured loans. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture that celebrates and supports colleagues from various backgrounds. Employees are encouraged to apply if they feel they would benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.