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Location: Fulford, YO19
We're searching for talented individuals like you! This could be the opportunity to begin building your new possible with us.
At Persimmon, we invest the same dedication into supporting outstanding careers as we do into constructing our homes. A role here is a chance to shape your future, explore new growth opportunities, acquire valuable skills, and unlock your full potential.
What is the role?
This is an exciting time to join the litigation team at Persimmon. As a legal assistant, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment supporting the company solicitor with litigation matters and taking responsibility for you own case load.
Primary Responsibilities
Typical duties/responsibilities will include drafting settlement agreements, running small and low value claims (both as claimant and defendant) including pre-action correspondence, providing advice to the divisions and monitoring all litigation matters. It will also involve instructing and supporting the external legal panel solicitors and managing the relationship between them and the divisions. There is a chance for development and progression as the company solicitor is keen to involve you in more complex/high value litigation as time evolves.
What experience do I need?
Personality fit is absolutely key in this role and our successful candidate will be a personable, enthusiastic and confident individual. They will have completed their undergraduate degree. Candidates will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
- Excellent commercial acumen
- Great communication skills, both written and verbal
- Commitment to forging strong working relationships with our clients
- Ability and willingness to learn
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify those areas where they need to seek help or advice from colleagues
- An organised, methodical and proactive approach in managing time, work priorities and deadlines
- A strong team working ethic
- Good IT skills, ideally including previous experience of working with a case management system
- Discretion and professionalism at all times
- Calm under pressure and able to operate efficiently in a fast-paced and demanding working environment
- Ability to proactively chase matters when required and regularly report (externally to the clients and internally for management purposes) to ensure that the client is always updated
- Competitive Salary
- Contributory Pension
- Life Cover
- Annual Bonus
- Employee Benefits Platform
We strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of society and provides equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of their background.
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