Job Description
Job description
Tell me more about Wilson Browne Solicitors
We are a firm with a vision and that vision starts with being a great place to work, a proper work-life balance, varied and interesting clients, opportunities for development and career progression, plus a host of other benefits. As a strong regional firm, we have an almost unique niche in our market with 6 offices, great clients, a heritage that goes back nearly 200 years, and a reputation that others envy.
About you
It could be that you’re looking for more from life than an endless pile of casework.
It could be that you’re a ‘seize the day’ person who’s looking for an opportunity to shape their own destiny.
Or it could simply be that you’ve heard of us, and you relish the idea of being part of our award-winning team (repeatedly named as the Northamptonshire Law Society’s Law Firm of the Year!). We are proud to have received numerous Law Society of England & Wales “Excellence” achievements.
The Role
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic paralegal to join our busy Commercial Litigation Team at our Kettering office.
The position would primarily provide support to a partner dealing with complex litigation for businesses and individuals. Working with one of only two ‘Leading Individuals’ in the region as well as named Legal 500 Partners this is a real opportunity for someone to take their experience to the next level. Legal analysis and critical thinking are pre-requisites for this role. There will be the opportunity to run your own cases alongside providing this support.
In addition there is the potential to get involved with some of the following:
· Adverse Possession
· Housing Litigation
· Debt Recovery
· Breach of Contract
There would also be scope to assist the team with breach of contract claims, shareholder / director’s disputes, professional negligence claims, and property/land disputes. The team also has a large Adverse Possession, Housing Litigation and Debt Recovery offering.
You will join a TIER TWO LEGAL 500 recognised team, that features three partners and a range of qualified staff together with paralegals and support.
We are looking for individuals with experience of the Civil Procedure Rules and ideally with some experience of two or more of the above areas as well as eagerness to learn and develop new areas of specialism. Essential skills are an attention to detail and an ability to perform under pressure in a supported environment.
This role comes with great opportunity to broaden your experience and develop your career.
Requirements
You will have the ability to confidentially manage your own workload, excellent communication skills and be a team player with excellent attention to detail wanting to join a firm that is enjoying a significant growth phase.
Benefits:
• Competitive holiday entitlement increasing with length of service and options to buy more.
• Death in service benefit (after qualifying period) paying 3 x salary.
• Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 4%.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Discount schemes on retail, utilities and gym memberships.
• Voluntary Health Cash Plans available and Health screening.
• Paid volunteer leave.
• Regular long service awards and annual staff recognition awards.
• Salary sacrifice scheme– a tax-efficient way to get into a new car.
• Cycle to work scheme.
Tell me more about Wilson Browne Solicitors
We are a firm with a vision and that vision starts with being a great place to work, a proper work-life balance, varied and interesting clients, opportunities for development and career progression, plus a host of other benefits. As a strong regional firm, we have an almost unique niche in our market with 6 offices, great clients, a heritage that goes back nearly 200 years, and a reputation that others envy.
About you
It could be that you’re looking for more from life than an endless pile of casework.
It could be that you’re a ‘seize the day’ person who’s looking for an opportunity to shape their own destiny.
Or it could simply be that you’ve heard of us, and you relish the idea of being part of our award-winning team (repeatedly named as the Northamptonshire Law Society’s Law Firm of the Year!). We are proud to have received numerous Law Society of England & Wales “Excellence” achievements.
The Role
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic paralegal to join our busy Commercial Litigation Team at our Kettering office.
The position would primarily provide support to a partner dealing with complex litigation for businesses and individuals. Working with one of only two ‘Leading Individuals’ in the region as well as named Legal 500 Partners this is a real opportunity for someone to take their experience to the next level. Legal analysis and critical thinking are pre-requisites for this role. There will be the opportunity to run your own cases alongside providing this support.
In addition there is the potential to get involved with some of the following:
· Adverse Possession
· Housing Litigation
· Debt Recovery
· Breach of Contract
There would also be scope to assist the team with breach of contract claims, shareholder / director’s disputes, professional negligence claims, and property/land disputes. The team also has a large Adverse Possession, Housing Litigation and Debt Recovery offering.
You will join a TIER TWO LEGAL 500 recognised team, that features three partners and a range of qualified staff together with paralegals and support.
We are looking for individuals with experience of the Civil Procedure Rules and ideally with some experience of two or more of the above areas as well as eagerness to learn and develop new areas of specialism. Essential skills are an attention to detail and an ability to perform under pressure in a supported environment.
This role comes with great opportunity to broaden your experience and develop your career.
Requirements
You will have the ability to confidentially manage your own workload, excellent communication skills and be a team player with excellent attention to detail wanting to join a firm that is enjoying a significant growth phase.
Benefits:
• Competitive holiday entitlement increasing with length of service and options to buy more.
• Death in service benefit (after qualifying period) paying 3 x salary.
• Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 4%.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Discount schemes on retail, utilities and gym memberships.
• Voluntary Health Cash Plans available and Health screening.
• Paid volunteer leave.
• Regular long service awards and annual staff recognition awards.
• Salary sacrifice scheme– a tax-efficient way to get into a new car.
• Cycle to work scheme.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Commercial Litigation Paralegal position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Kettering offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.