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Dispute Resolution Paralegal

A reputable, Legal 500 firm is currently seeking a Paralegal to join their highly regarded dispute resolution team. This department is always busy with top quality work. This role is based in central London, near Holborn.

You will support a senior partner, as well as several other fee-earners across the department, and will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with exciting and challenging cases.

This is a permanent, full-time role and is initially office-based, although hybrid working may be possible after training.

About the work:

• Property Litigation (including high value commercial property disputes and landlord & tenant disputes).
• Commercial Litigation (ranging from complex contractual disputes to debt recovery claims).
• Professional Negligence (including claims against architects, solicitors, surveyors and estate agents).
• Contentious Probate (including high-value/high-profile cases).
• Insolvency (both domestic and international).

About you:

• You must have a law degree or appropriate legal qualification (e.g. PGDL/CILEX)
• At least 6 months experience as a paralegal, in a litigation/dispute resolution team.
• A real and proven interest in litigation work and desire to progress your career in this field.
• Enthusiastic and hardworking nature
• Highly organised and pragmatic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Self-confident and adaptable

The London office is friendly, diverse and centrally-located. On offer is a market-led salary of up to £30,000 (dependent on experience) and the opportunity to work to a bonus-linked target, depending on your skills and on the extent of your previous experience.

In return, you will receive excellent training and support, as well as long-term progression opportunities within the firm.