Paralegal - International Group Litigation - Leigh Day

Leigh Day

London, UK

Published: Published 2 days ago

Partial QWE - SQE route

1 - 2 years of experience

not stated

As soon as possible

Applying critical thinking and analysis (SRA competences A5) | Applying legal principles (SRA competences A4) | Clear Oral and Written Communication (SRA competences C1) | Client relationships (SRA competences C2) | Learning from practice and other people (SRA competences A2) | Legal Drafting (SRA competences B4) | Legal Research (SRA competences B2) | Opportunity to gain feedback from effective supervision (SRA competences A3) | Project/case management (SRA competences B7) | Technical legal practice (SRA competences B1) | Self-management (SRA competences D1) | Working in professionally regulated environment (SRA competences A1) | Professional workplace relationships (SRA competences C3)

Application deadline: Sunday 27th October 2024, midnight:

About the team
Our team specialise in international group litigation involving multinational corporations where environmental harm or modern slavery have been alleged. We also work on group litigation cases brought on behalf of UK consumers.

About the role
We have an opportunity for a paralegal to join the team to support our claimants and lawyers with our international modern slavery group litigation. It is likely that the role will involve international travel. The successful candidate will provide a reliable and efficient support service for clients and assist with general administration of claims.

Full details are contained within the job description available via the Apply link.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible in order to be considered.

Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Leigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities.

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.

Employee benefits
• Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker)
• 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Healthcare cash plan
• Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off
• Cycle to work scheme
• BUPA Private Health Insurance
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Free breakfasts & lunch every day.

Required degree level

Law degree/GDL/CILEX level 6 or equivalent

Years of experience

1 - 2 years of experience

Salary range

not stated