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We are looking for an enthusiastic Paralegal to join our Defendant Litigation team at DAC Beachcroft based in Belfast. Our team advises leading insurers and household-name corporate clients on defending claims of varying types, values, and complexity. In this role, you will work within our Motor Injury team, managing cases involving motor injury, credit hire, and property damage. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and gain experience in a specialist area of litigation. Please note that for the first 6 months in this role you will be expected to attend the office 5 days per week.
Job Responsibility:
Managing and assisting with a varied caseload of pre-litigation and litigated matters under appropriate supervision, including disputed liability cases and attending Court/Counsel
Meeting individual performance targets, including financial metrics, realisation rates, settlement rates, and average claim spend
Supporting marketing and business development activities, such as attending client events and training sessions
Ensuring quality control and compliance on your caseload, including accurate and timely management reporting
Maintaining awareness of firm procedures and strategies
Developing technical knowledge through training and relevant publications
Handling confidential information in line with the firm’s data security protocols
Requirements:
Genuine interest in motor work and commitment to meeting client needs
Ability to take a commercial approach to legal issues while maintaining high-quality service
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with clarity and confidence
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage your own workload effectively
High attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-standard work
Ability to comply strictly with client requirements and SLAs
Alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles: Clear, Creative, Determined, and Supportive
Nice to have:
Experience in handling or assisting with motor litigation claims
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Flexible, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
What we offer:
High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities