Paralegal - Utilities Litigation
Wedlake Bell's highly regarded Utilities Team are recruiting a Paralegal to provide key support advising on and litigating matters in the Utilities sector. This is a full-time, permanent position.
Paralegal - Utilities Litigation
Wedlake Bell's highly regarded Utilities Team are recruiting a paralegal to provide key legal support advising on and litigating matters in the Utilities sector.
The Utilities team are a specialist team dealing with large utilities providers – including the majority of "Big Five" electricity and gas providers in the UK – as they act on a range of disputes work. Matters can include court litigation, debt recovery, insolvencies, as well as some advisory work on licensing and regulatory issues.
A Paralegal in this team will handle a busy caseload of disputes matters, as well as providing support to senior fee-earners in the team on more complex matters – many of which are affected by current affairs you will see in the national press.
This is a fantastic Paralegal opportunity to develop your disputes legal knowledge while working in a close-knit team. We are looking for those with an eye for detail, the ability to handle multiple matters on competing deadlines, and excellent communication skills.
Find out more about our Utilities practice here.
About Us:
Located in the heart of the City of London, Wedlake Bell is a Top 100 law firm offering full services across Private Client, Real Estate, Business Services, and Disputes. The firm has 76 Partners and a total headcount of nearly 400. We have grown year-on-year, attributed to the continual success of our legal teams, and the dedication of our staff members.
Our culture is widely-recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. Joining us, you will be part of a firm which supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections. With regular cross-firm socials and events (including our renowned yearly ski trip!), you will quickly feel like part of the WB team!
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle a caseload of utilities disputes matters, and providing support to senior team members on more complex litigation support;
- Drafting claims, statutory demands, bankruptcy and winding-up petitions, etc;
- Conduct legal research, and apply to active caseloads;
- Being a day-to-day contact for clients for updates on their cases and providing legal advice; and
- Maintaining up-to-date schedules for both internal and client uses.
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
- Ideally (but not essential) have some practical experience of the litigation process;
- A relevant university qualification, or substantive paralegal experience in litigation;
- Excellent communication skills – must be able to interact and communicate effectively across all levels of seniority and on both an internal and external basis;
- Able to work well under pressure and in keeping with deadlines;
- Must have excellent attention to detail;
- Strong IT, organizational skills;
- Able to manage own workload and show initiative; and
- A flexible in approach to work and problem solving.
Why Join Our Utilities Team?
- Competitive starting salary;
- Comprehensive pension plan;
- 25 days paid holiday per annum, plus additional leave for significant life events;
- Option to purchase up to five additional days of holiday each year;
- Life Assurance and competitive income protection scheme;
- Access to Private Medical and Dental Insurance from day one;
- Enhanced parental leave policies;
- Employee Assistance Programme with face-to-face counselling services;
- Variety of staff wellbeing initiatives including Pilates classes and subsidised gym memberships; and
- A range of bonus schemes recognizing referrals and client introductions.
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every individual is respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of their background or personal circumstances.
If you are passionate about joining a busy team and are eager for a challenging yet fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply.
- Career
- Paralegal
- Locations
- London
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Role Type
- Paralegal
Paralegal - Utilities Litigation
Wedlake Bell's highly regarded Utilities Team are recruiting a Paralegal to provide key support advising on and litigating matters in the Utilities sector. This is a full-time, permanent position.
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