Paralegal

Role: Litigation Executive

Location: Liverpool

Contract: Permanent

Hybrid Working, a minimum of 2 days on site

About HF

People. Not just lawyers

We're not your typical law firm - we're people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients' needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

About the team

Our Complex & Catastrophic Injury department is seeking a motivated Litigation Executive (Paralegal) to join the team based from our Liverpool office.

Working as part of a team, it is a great opportunity for someone to progress their career at HF. The role will include working in various areas of insurance law including Motor, Public Liability and Employers Liability in catastrophic injury claims/ claims involving large loss with high value.

Your main role will be to assist one of the Partners; however you will also be working as part of small team of experienced professionals in an engaging and driven environment. This will be a challenging yet rewarding role as not only do we promote strong relationships and results for our clients we also promote strong working relationships within the team.

You'll work both independently and collaboratively, gaining exposure to a fascinating area of law. Whether you have a Law degree, GDL, LPC, or experience in file handling or insurance, we welcome your application. We're committed to developing talent, so if you're eager to learn and grow, we'll provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed!

What you'll be doing

• To assist Fee Earners with files in the production of standard documentation including first drafts of letters of instruction, court documents, witness statements, applications and other relevant documentation.
• To undertake communication with third parties/clients on a daily basis in relation to general and case related queries including chasers.
• Data inputting in the form of updating information on the case management system and general management of files to include indexing of/maintaining case related records.
• Providing general administrative duties to the team including assistance with opening and closing files and billing.
• To assist on liability and quantum investigations on files as requested.
• Complete Management Information (MI) requirements and understand Client Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Meet the time recording and billing targets set by the department.

What do I need?

• Preferably have litigation experience.
• Have strong organisation skills and an ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Be a good communicator and enjoy building relationships whilst providing clear and concise advice.
• Wish to learn new skills and acquire technical expertise.
• Work well in a team and under supervision
• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Have solid negotiation and analytical skills.
• Not be afraid to question and challenge information and evidence put forward by the parties (and their representatives) in a case.
• Have commercial awareness.
• Be flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of clients' business.

What's in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you'd expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We're committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

You'll enjoy:

• 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers - and more!

What next?

If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you!

Submit your CV here and we'll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don't have something right now, we'll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of our talent pipeline.