About the Role
The Legal Services team at Guinness is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to manage a caseload of standard litigation matters while providing support to the Litigation Lawyers on more complex cases. The role will primarily focus on housing disrepair claims and matters arising under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months, working 35 hours per week and based at our London office. Guinness operates a hybrid working model, providing a flexible balance between office-based and home-based working.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an organised and proactive individual with experience in supporting or handling litigation matters. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly, accurately, and professionally. Strong attention to detail, sound organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines are essential.
You will be confident building effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders and possess strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Experience of managing or supporting litigation matters.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to present information to a high standard.
- Strong organisational and planning skills, with a methodical approach and excellent attention to detail.
- Proven ability to work effectively to deadlines and performance targets.
- Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.
- Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Experience working within a housing association, local authority, or other public sector organisation.
Essential Qualifications
- Law Degree, Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), Legal Practice Course (LPC), CILEX Level 3 (Associate), or an equivalent legal qualification.
If you would like to learn more about the role and its key responsibilities, or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please refer to the attached role profile.
Please note the advertised salary includes an additional £4,000 local job supplement for London.
Interviews will be held in person at our Euston office on the week commencing the 16th November.
About UsSkills Required
- Experience managing or supporting litigation matters
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to present information clearly, accurately, and professionally
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Ability to work effectively to deadlines and performance targets
- Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office
- Law degree, Graduate Diploma in Law, Legal Practice Course, CILEX Level 3 Associate, or equivalent legal qualification
- Experience working within a housing association, local authority, or other public sector organization
- Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours
What We Do
The Guinness Partnership is a housing association focused on improving lives by providing homes and housing services. It develops and manages more than 70,000 homes across England, including affordable rental homes, affordable home-ownership options, and specialist housing for older people. It also maintains and improves existing homes and reinvests profits from property sales into building more affordable housing, serving residents and communities through its housing and customer services.
