DAC Beachcroft
Paralegal - Commercial Disputes
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Department: Global London Insurance - Commercial Litigation
Location: London
Description
The London Commercial Disputes Group forms part of the firm's Global Practice Group, based in the London HQ in the Woolgate Exchange. It deals with high-value, complex claims and disputes (frequently with an international flavour).
We are recruiting fixed term paralegals for a large disclosure exercise, initially for six months, with the possibility of an extension.
Key Responsibilities
Day to day responsibilities may include any or all of the following:
- Reviewing documents on an e-Disclosure platform.
- Attending some meetings and note taking.
- Assisting with the ordering and scheduling of files.
- General administration tasks to include photocopying, scanning and faxing.
- Handling confidential information in line with the firm's data security protocols.
- Coordinating clear document management including preparing and maintaining records, assisting with the ordering and scheduling of files.
- Reviewing documents and preparing electronic and hard copy bundles of documents for counsel/experts/factual witnesses.
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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Must be available to start full time work ASAP
- A 2:1 degree in Law and/or practical or academic experience of litigation
- Previous experience as a paralegal or legal executive is desirable
- Experience of carrying out electronic disclosure exercises in particular working knowledge of document management databases
- Knowledge of MS Office in particular Word, Excel and Outlook
- Attention to detail and an extremely high quality of work product is essential
- An ability to remain calm under pressure, prioritising workload
- Enthusiastic and approachable with a committed and flexible attitude to work
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Additional Information
As a Disability Confident Scheme employer, we’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage (including the application, assessment or interview process), please contact recruitment@dacbeachcroft.com in confidence with the vacancy reference in the subject line, and we’ll be happy to help.
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We are happy to talk flexible working with our Flex Forward scheme. We would encourage you to talk to us about our approach to flexible working during the hiring process if you would like to explore this further.
Note for Recruitment Agencies
DAC Beachcroft manages all vacancies via our in-house recruitment teams, prioritising direct sourcing and referrals. When external support is required, roles are released to selected agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL).
Speculative CVs sent to any DAC Beachcroft employee without prior instruction from our recruitment teams (LLP and CSG) will not be accepted, and no fees will be payable.
For PSL queries, please contact: recruitment@dacbeachcroft.com or csgrecruitment@dacbeachcroft.com
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