Contract Paralegal - Document Review

We, TLT are searching for Contract Paralegals with experience in document review or handling a litigious caseload. The role will be on an initial 3-month contract and paid a day rate via an Umbrella Company. This role can be worked remotely.

Your Role

• Developing an understanding of complex issues in order to review and categorise a wide range of evidence in support of an investigation.
• Using e-disclosure platforms and specific systems (full training provided) to implement both relevance and redaction policies and decisions, to provide disclosure to relevant stakeholders.
• Taking detailed instructions from fee earners within the team and providing regular updates on progress.
• Attending meetings and contributing to discussions to enhance and maintain the quality, consistency, and value of the team’s work.
• Meeting targets and time recording.
• Managing financial outputs and billing responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Ideally 6 months experience working as a paralegal.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)  
• Accuracy, good organisational skills and flexibility.
• Good knowledge of Word and Outlook is required and experience in Excel, PowerPoint, interwoven would be beneficial.
• Desirable, but not essential, are proficient Excel skills (with basic and vlookup formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts & managing large spreadsheets) and the ability to export data to other spreadsheets and charts efficiently, whilst also being able to put together easy-to-read analysis. 
• To have basic knowledge of and be able to use common functions of relevant computer applications with appropriate training.

TLT is committed to creating a diverse working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of any of the characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and as a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. 

About TLT

Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people. We work with high profile clients in innovative sectors. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,400 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. In 2022 we were named Law Firm of the Year at The British Legal Awards, recognising our incredible success story. Our purpose is to protect, prepare and progress our clients for what comes next and it’s essential that we do the same for our people, our planet and our communities too. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute.