Job Description

Are you looking to work for a firm where expertise, professionalism, a meaningful work life balance and having fun come first?

We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join our Banking & Finance team within the Dispute Resolution department, in our Banbury office.

This is an exciting position at our growing and ambitious law firm in the heart of England.

SE-Solicitors is consistently recognised as a high-ranking law firm in the Legal 500, with the Banking and Finance team being a 'Firms to Watch' by the Legal 500. The Banking & Finance team has a particularly enviable reputation assisting clients on the delivery up of high valued assets and vehicles and pursuing debtors and guarantors for shortfall liabilities due under unregulated Hire Purchase Agreements and Guarantees and Indemnities.

We are a firm who puts people first in everything we do, meaning we are focused on not only our clients, but the development and success of all our staff. As an equal opportunity's employer, we comply with the equality laws, whilst promoting a good and harmonious working environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

Job Role

This varied role is a fantastic opportunity to work within a friendly and approachable team, working with highly experienced Secretaries, Solicitors, and Directors.

Responsibilities of the role would include, but are not limited to:

Assisting fee earners in a variety of contentious banking & finance matters, such as: delivery up and pursuing shortfalls from individuals and companies. Supporting the Banking & Finance Fee Earners, through drafting Court documents, such as: Bankruptcy and Winding Up petitions, and pleadings. Responding to new enquiries from potential clients by phone and emails. Working with experienced members of the team to continually develop expertise, progressing to handle cases with more complexity. Networking; in order to develop new and existing business relationships to grow the firm.

Knowledge & Skills

o Previous Commercial Litigation experience required - Essential.

o IT Skills - Essential.

o Some knowledge and understanding of Guarantees and Indemnities and unregulated Hire Purchase Agreements - preferable.

o Local to Oxford area - preferable.

Person Specification

o Works well as a member of a team

o Excellent attention to detail

o Holds a flexible approach

o Able to prioritise workload

o Punctual, honest, and trustworthy

o Excellent communication skills

o Understands confidential nature of the environment

o Understands requirements under Data Protection Act

Benefits

o Company and personal bonuses

o Annual pay reviews

o Social events

o Company pension

o Employee discounts

o Health Cash Plan

o Health and Wellbeing programme

o Free parking

o Company Sick pay

o Long term absence cover

o Death in Service cover

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:

Banbury OX16: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Legal: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person