Litigation Paralegal
Job Description & Overview
Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, and we’re here to help them win. We’ve built a platform that uses clever data to get them the funding they need in minutes, not weeks.
At Funding Circle, we have the restless energy of a fintech start-up with the stability of a public company. It’s a unique mix that gives Circlers the autonomy to take ownership and the scale to make an impact that truly counts.
We’re a high-performing team that chooses to lift each other up. We challenge, we champion, and we have each other’s backs - because we know that when we stand together, we move faster and build better.
The impact is real: Last year alone, the businesses on our platform generated £7.2bn for the UK economy 📈 Come and join a mission that matters!
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The role ⚡📍 London (Hybrid) | 🤝 3 days in the office | 💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits
You’ll make a real difference for our customers and your team from day one. We believe the fastest way to grow is by doing, so we give you the ownership to run with things and see real-time results.
Drafting pre-action protocol correspondence and ensuring compliance with the protocol.
Drafting with adequate supervision documents in order to commence and conclude formal recovery action on behalf of investors, whether it is liquidation, administration, bankruptcy or county court procedures.
Drafting and negotiating security documents, such as charges and deeds of priority, and settlement agreements.
Negotiating with regard to Insolvency and Litigation matters.
Managing a large caseload and managing costs and recovery of costs.
Assisting with administrative duties relating to case management.
Liaising with external panel firms with regard to issues and cases.
We value deep expertise, but a growth mindset and good energy are what really make our team click. We’re a group that chooses to lift each other up and think smart every day.
Experienced paralegal
Have excellent communication skills and be able to advise confidently and succinctly.
Be highly organised with strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail.
Have a ‘can do’ attitude demonstrated by a track record of getting things done.
Be a team player and someone who can take on responsibility and work independently.
Be able to prioritise commitments and a varied workload.
Be compassionate, grounded, logical and objective and able to follow through on difficult decisions
You’re able to proactively identify ways to use Generative AI to streamline your daily tasks and improve your personal productivity
Confident using approved AI tools safely and effectively to enhance your output and