Paralegal - Forensic Accounting

Pertemps Leeds; Leeds; On-site; Full time

Job description

Pertemps - Hiring Paralegals

We have a unique opportunity for two paralegals on a short-term contract within our clients Forensic Accounting team.

The Ideal Candidate:

Based in Leeds, having recently graduated with a law degree.
Seeking experience in Document Review.
Handling large volumes of information on Forensic Accounting matters.

More Info:

Working Week: Monday to Friday
Working Hours: 08:30am - 6:00pm
Hourly Rate: £12.50 - £14.50 per hour (DOE)
Duration of Assignment: The role will be an initial 2-month contract, with potential to extend on a rolling monthly basis thereafter.

Your Role

1. Developing an understanding of complex issues in order to review and categorise a wide range of evidence in support of an investigation.
2. Using e-disclosure platforms and specific systems (full training provided) to implement both relevance and redaction policies and decisions, to provide disclosure to relevant stakeholders.
3. Taking detailed instructions from fee earners within the team and providing regular updates on progress.
4. Attending meetings and contributing to discussions to enhance and maintain the quality, consistency, and value of the team's work.
5. Meeting targets and time recording.
6. Managing financial outputs and billing responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

1. A law degree from Leeds University or University of an equal/better standing.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills as you will be working with a highly experienced team in the niche area of forensic accounting.
3. Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
4. Accuracy, good organisational skills, and flexibility.
5. Good knowledge of Word and Outlook is required and experience in Excel and OneNote would be beneficial.
6. Desirable, but not essential: 6 months+ experience working as a Paralegal in Document Review.
7. To have basic knowledge of and be able to use common functions of relevant computer applications with appropriate training.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to gain work-based experience in the world of forensic accounting.