Details of the Organization

Lanes Group is the UK’s leading provider of specialist drainage, utility, and asset maintenance services. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and customer satisfaction, they offer comprehensive solutions that keep essential infrastructure operating efficiently and effectively.

Details of the Job/Internship

Lanes Group is looking for a candidate for the position of Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join them in Hybrid Mode.

Role and Responsibilities

• Paralegal assistant reporting into the Commercial Director/Company Secretary based at either Preston, Manchester or Leeds office.
• Working in the Lanes Group this position is crucial in maintaining our high standards of training delivery and compliance across their water utility partnerships.
• Working closely with the Commerical Director/Company Secretary 
• General Legal Procedures (working to Civil Procedure rules, White Book, Part 27)
• Preparation of Claims Defence 
• Dealing with case work and producing witness statements 
• Preparation of court bundles and supporting the director with court work legal files.
• Keeping registers and ensuring all files are in order and saved internally 
• Liaising with Directors, Property Lawyers and a wide range of external contacts including commercial consultants. 
• Liaising with internal teams across the wider businesd.
• Producing board level reports.
• Updating files - ensuring Compliance with relevant regulations and industry standard.

Eligibility

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ideally a Legal background - Commercial.
• Minimum 2 years' experience administration.
• Commercial Experience.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A higher national diploma or a degree in legal studies, law, or paralegal experience is preferred.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

United Kingdom

State

England

City

Manchester

Address

Manchester, England, United Kingdom.

Application and Registration Details

After you apply, you will receive the next steps of the application process via email. 

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