Job Description

An exciting new role has arisen for a paralegal working for an insurance company in York (access to a car is essential due to location).

Your role will involve:
Performing various general administrative duties (such as file creation and maintenance of ongoing administrative projects)
Organising diaries, schedule meetings and respond to telephone enquiries
Writing first draft documents and proofread documents
Scanning, assigning and filing incoming post
Auditing and updating Proclaim claims management software
Responding to PL claims queries - by phone and by email
Writing reports, conducting legal research, take and draft witness statements
Dealing with a variety of interested parties such as Policyholders, Claimants, Claimants Solicitors, Dual Insurers, Court staff and Barrister Clerks.

The successful candidate for the role must have the following skills and experience:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage multiple tasks or caseloads
Good attention to detail to be able to carefully analyse files and data
Legal research skills and the desire to develop your understanding of the law
The ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
Office administrative skills for tasks such as filing, typing and letter writing
Good teamwork skills particularly when working with other departments to complete your tasks
Flexibility and adaptability in your attitude and approach to work

In return you will receive a salary in the region of 23,000, modern working environment, 33 days holiday including bank holiday, free onsite parking, flexi time available, free workwear, on site creche and gym.

If you are interested in the role please contact Cat on 01904888800.