Paralegal, personal injury (racing & bloodstock team)
Benefits: 25 days annual holiday, pension, life assurance, health care cash plan, profit related and performance bonus
About us
Withy King is a leading law firm with offices based in the South West, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and London.
We are a full-service firm, providing a comprehensive range of services for both private clients and business owners. We have a market leading reputation for our innovative approach to meeting clients’ needs and excellent client care nationally. Whether "For your life" or "For your business", Withy Kings provides a tailored legal service to suit all.
We have recently been awarded an "outstanding" accreditation and ranked 58th in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies survey and therefore pride ourselves on being a great place to work.
Purpose of the role
Working predominately with Richard Brooks in the personal injury team in Oxford, the paralegal will be working in animal claims. You will contribute to fee earning by carrying out legal, technical and administrative work concerning liability and quantum in claims; supporting the racing & bloodstock team in non-personal injury work and at times other members of the personal injury team. This is an excellent opportunity to also begin to participate in marketing the department’s services and undertaking business development activities when required.
This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with a strong interest in equine and agricultural law to join our well renowned racing & bloodstock team.
Responsibilities of the role
- To deal with enquiries from new and existing clients and provide initial advice, under supervision.
- Earn fees in line with the agreed targets
- To assist with the progression of personal injury claims.
- To deal with all other administrative duties for you and Richard Brooks. This includes but is not limited to setting up files, filing, billing, dictation, archiving etc.
- To take part in planning and implementing team business development activities
- To research and draft articles on current employment issues, which are circulated to clients.
- Other duties as requested by the Partner or Business Manager
Key skills required for the role
- Minimum of A level or equivalent qualifications. Legal qualifications are highly desirable
- Experience within a paralegal or administrative role in a legal environment
- Strong interest in equine and agricultural law
- Enthusiastic "can-do" approach to work
- Incredibly well organised with excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with ability to build strong relationships internally & externally
- Team player with keenness to provide support to the wider team
- Experience of using all Microsoft packages including Word and Outlook. Ability to learn new systems quickly.
Why join us?
Withy King are proud to be a regional employer of choice. With key offices in Bath, Swindon and Oxford we are actively growing our practices. If you join Withy King "For your career" we will help to develop personally and professionally through on the job training and an opportunity to learn more about your area.
We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a competitive salary, 25 days holiday per year, a great pension scheme and a whole host of other staff benefits.
If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a friendly and professional environment in a law firm with prospects, then look no further!
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Salary:
£18,000- £20,000 (depending on experience)
Job type:
Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)
Location:
Oxford
