Legal Administrator

**Do you want to develop your career within an industry-leading litigation team in which you will receive full training and regular salary increases?**

BW Legal is not a traditional law firm were proud to be accredited as a Gold standard Investors in People employer. Our Litigation team is engaging and supportive and we ensure that all colleagues are trained, recognised and rewarded with the bespoke development and support they need to thrive and accomplish their career.

As a Legal Administrator, you will support BW Legals Litigation Department by providing an efficient administration service to the wider legal team.

This is an exciting opportunity to progress your career towards becoming a Paralegal and then onto qualifying as a Solicitor. You will work closely with experienced colleagues who will provide you with bespoke developmental support in terms of best practice, knowledge and strategy.

**What we can offer you**:

- Ongoing and industry-leading training delivered by experienced colleagues from our in-house Learning and Development team, covering both technical and professional skills
- The opportunity to collaborate with business-wide stakeholders in departments including Operations, Collections and Litigation
- Comprehensive support and development throughout your entire BW Legal career journey, including continue professional development, mentoring and study support

**What you will be doing**:

- Preparing bundles for advocates to attend hearings on our behalf, under the supervision of paralegals and solicitors
- Preparing trial bundles under the supervision of paralegals and solicitors
- Filing and serving court forms in line with court stipulated deadlines
- Scanning and attaching all correspondence for the litigation department
- Making evidence requests to clients and attaching the evidence to the case file
- Recording and maintaining an accurate diary management system

**We ask you to have the following qualifications and experience**:

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to record information accurately
- The ability to work under pressure and prioritise competing workloads
- Good communication skills to ensure timely communication with interested parties
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- GCSE in English at Grade C / 4 upwards
- 6 months current or previous experience in a high volume office environment (desirable)
- Studying towards a legal qualification, or an interest in doing so in the future (desirable)

Your working week will be 30 hours over 5 days on a weekly set shift pattern, 9am-3pm, Monday to Friday. With a starting salary of £17,700, Legal Administrators enjoy regular performance based reviews which reward their success with a clear progression path for future earnings.

**Rewarding your commitment and success**

Our people are the most important part of our business and so Your BW Rewards are a package of benefits which take a holistic approach to promoting your wellbeing. These include:
**Lifestyle Rewards**

30 hour working week (for a full time salary)

Free city centre parking

22 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Additional Paid Leave for Birthday, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve

Flexible Holidays take hourly

Holiday Exchange - buy / sell holiday

Extra holiday for length of service 1 extra day after 3, 4 & 5 years

Length of Service Awards

Colleague Recognition Awards

Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Pay

**Financial Rewards**

Death in Service Benefit 4 times annual salary

My Staff Shop a wide range of discounts and savings at UK retailers

Travel Support free parking, bus discounts, cycling facilities

Leeds Credit Union savings scheme

Third Party Bespoke Financial Advice

Contributory Pension Scheme

Subsidised Canteen

**Personal Growth**

Learning & Development Allowance paid time to learn in work

Love to Learn Subsidy up to £150 annually for training of your choice

Professional Qualifications financial & study support

**Health Rewards**

Free Gym Membership

Health Cash Back Plan generous cash back to manage your wellbeing, including dental, optical, combined therapy towards every day health costs

GP Anytime access to 24/7 prescribing GP for you and your family

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 help line, including up to 8 free counselling sessions

My Wellness Portal

Thrive My Wellness App

**Engagement Rewards**

BW Team Events bowling, race nights etc.

Regular monthly events cooking classes, quizzes, kids activities

Monthly charity fundraising including raffles, auctions and more

Key Event Parties Christmas and Summer Events

**At BW Legal we are committed to ensuring you have the opportunity to be the best that you can be and thrive in a unique and exciting culture. Come join us and share in our success**

**Contact**:
Matthew Sides

Talent Lead