Paralegal

Paralegal – Recoveries.

Scotland (Glasgow/Edinburgh) Hybrid working

Permanent

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.

We are currently looking for a Paralegal to join our Recoveries Team in Scotland either Edinburgh or Glasgow.

As a Paralegal you will  deal independently (under supervision) with a case load of fixed fee, pre-litigated and litigated delegated authority (“DA”) claims. To ensure that clients are confident that their claims and potential legal affairs are dealt with in a professional and competent manner, and to ensure the efficient operation of the team.

You will assist qualified staff and other Litigation Executive/Claims Handlers as and when required to manage and progress litigated debt recovery cases within the Scottish jurisdiction. You will comply with MI reporting and Client Service Level Agreements, and retain up to date claims knowledge at all times through internal and external courses/seminars.

As a Paralegal you will:

• Manage a pre litigated caseload of circa 300 files.
• Manage a litigated caseload of circa 100 files.
• Obtain and draft witness statements.
• Review third party evidence.
• Manage client expectations.
• Resolution & negotiation of pre-litigation / litigation liability disputes.
• Resolution & negotiation of pre-litigation / litigation Quantum disputes.
• Take initiative to suggest ideas for improvements and understand the value of different working ideas.
• Work to set priorities, create clear plans and manage all work to meet the need.
• Prepare and process court documents, including Simple Procedure Summons, Ordinary Cause Initial Writs and related documents.
• Liaise with clients, courts and enforcement agents.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with court timetables.

  Person Specification

• The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a sound understanding of Scottish civil court procedure. 

• You will need to bring an enthusiastic and self-motivated attitude with a desire to achieve and exceed targets combined with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ability to demonstrate initiative and creative problem solving is desirable.

   

• We would like to see a strong work ethic and a committed team player. We are a close knit and stable team that like to share ideas and experience with a view to achieving the best results that we can for our clients.

  Skills & Experience: 

• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret and input data accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to demonstrate taking initiative.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.
• Ability to type own documents and letters.
• Ability to demonstrate creative problem solving.

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.