Lead Paralegal – Recoveries

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Lead Paralegal assisting fee earners on recovery cases in a global law firm. Offering excellent scope for progression while providing support on various legal matters.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeLeeds • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation tasks, including drafting claims and managing insolvency applications, while effectively communicating with clients and third parties. Proven ability to work autonomously and strategically, ensuring timely case progression using case management systems.

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Litigation Task ManagementInsolvency Case ExperienceLegal Research CapabilitiesMicrosoft Office ProficiencyDispute Resolution Background

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Hard Skills

Drafting ClaimsResponding to DefencesNegotiating SettlementsManaging Enforcement ApplicationsTechnical Competence

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingDecisive Decision-MakingProblem-SolvingIntegrityEncouraging Open Debate

Tools & Technologies

Liberate Case Management System

Industry Keywords

LitigationDebt RecoveryDispute ResolutionInsolvency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide ad hoc advice and guidance to clients and colleagues on non-referred matters
Brief Counsel on complex cases and prepare bundles for hearings or trials
Review matters at referral stage, defining scope and breaking work into proportionate tasks
Handle a range of litigation tasks, including drafting claims, responding to defences, negotiating settlements, and managing enforcement or insolvency applications
Communicate scope and progress clearly to clients throughout the matter
Liaise with third parties such as litigants in person, legal representatives, and courts
Take ownership of cases, ensuring timely progression to conclusion using the Liberate case management system
Work with autonomy while reporting regularly to the Specialist Manager based on matter complexity and value

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience assisting fee earners on files and providing support to qualified professionals
Background in dispute resolution or defendant debt recovery
Strong strategic thinking with decisive, action-oriented decision-making skills
Proficiency in ICT and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Excellent problem-solving skills, legal research capabilities, and technical competence
Ability to demonstrate integrity, encourage open debate, and foster a culture of sharing best practices and reporting issues when arisen
Previous experience working on insolvency cases

Benefits

Comp & perks

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity
Committed to creating an inclusive environment for all
Aim to create a positive experience for all candidates
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