Fee Earner/ Paralegal

DCB Legal Limited; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding law firm in Runcorn is looking for a motivated Fee Earner/ Paralegal to manage civil litigation cases. This full-time position offers a salary of £26,000 with an OTE of £32,000, and a range of benefits including 30 days holiday, a pension scheme, and career development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have experience in legal case management, a positive attitude, and the ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Salary £26,000 per annum (OTE £32,000)

30 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Employer contributed pension

Free parking

Free monthly lunch

Qualifications

• Experience in legal case management.
• Ability to manage caseloads independently.
• Organized with a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation cases for clients.
• Handle inbound correspondence on legal cases.
• Draft witness statements and Court documentation.
• Liaise with clients and update claim progression.

Skills

Legal case management

Positive, team player attitude

Ability to work autonomously

Confidence in decision-making

Methodical and organized work style

Time management

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Ability to cope in a fast-paced environment

Job description

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Job Description

Are you a Paralegal, experienced Legal Administrator or Case Manager looking for a fresh and challenging role with a rapidly expanding law firm? We have new and exciting opportunities available for Fee earner / Paralegal to join our award‑winning law firm, due to our phenomenal growth. This is a full‑time, permanent position based at our head office in Runcorn, Cheshire. In return, you will receive a salary of £26,000 per annum with an OTE of £32,000. There is also a benefits package in addition to your salary. DCB Legal Ltd is a specialist in the provision of legal services relating to Civil and Commercial litigation, debt recovery, property, and High Court Enforcement disputes. We are not a full legal service provider, instead, we focus on providing a contemporary low‑touch, bespoke legal service in our specialist field of debt recovery and litigation.

Benefits you will receive

• Salary £26,000 per annum (OTE £32,000)
• Monday – Friday schedule (36.5 hours per week – no weekend or evening work)
• Early finish Fridays
• Dress Down Fridays
• 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Newly refurbished offices
• Free Mersey Gateway bridge pass
• Free parking
• Free tea and coffee facilities
• Free monthly lunch
• Employer contributed pension (applicable after qualifying period)
• Full training provided
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Rapidly expanding multi‑functional operation

About The Role

As a Fee earner / Paralegal, you will manage civil litigation cases on behalf of our clients and progress a caseload of claims through the Court Process in line with business and client parameters. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your workload within an established team of dedicated legal professionals. Work Location: In‑person, Runcorn Head Office.

Key Responsibilities of the Fee earner / Paralegal

• Handle inbound correspondence on legal cases to ensure each one progresses
• Review and collate client and Court documentation
• Drafting and bundling witness statements
• Review the prospects for each case and reach a conclusion in the best interest of our clients
• Risk assess cases to identify potential issues, highlight to the relevant stakeholder
• Liaise with clients and Court for updates in relation to claim progression
• Identify relevant enforcement on Post‑Judgment cases
• Maintain strict client confidentiality

The successful Fee earner / Paralegal will have

• Experience in legal case management
• A positive, ‘team player’ attitude
• The ability to work autonomously
• The confidence to make decisions in line with client expectations and best interests
• The ability to work in a methodical and organised manner
• The ability to pro‑actively manage your time and caseload
• A high attention to detail
• A willingness to learn and meet deadlines
• The ability to cope in a busy and fast‑paced working environment

Please note: The Fee earner / Paralegal position is not a hybrid role, and the position is located at our Head Office in Runcorn. By submitting your application, you are agreeing for DCB Legal to store your personal information on file for Recruitment purposes.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Banking