This is an excellent opportunity for someone proactive, commercially aware, and serious about building a long-term career in law.
What you will be doing:- Managing written, email, and telephone correspondence with customers, clients, courts, and third parties.
- Reviewing and progressing non-contested matters that fall outside standard processes.
- Conducting initial case assessments and determining the appropriate course of action for contested matters.
- Preparing for and attending Small Claims mediation hearings by telephone.
- Logging and assessing Part Admissions and claims brought against clients.
- Carrying out second-line checks on outstanding evidence requests or client queries.
- Handling technical queries from other departments.
- Drafting documentation for the Land Registry and managing cases post-charge redemption.
- Reviewing cases where a Defence has been struck out to determine suitability for County Court Judgment.
- Drafting Letters of Claim in compliance with the Debt Pre-Action Protocol (Commercial Debts).
What we're looking for:
We're seeking someone with 6 - 12 months of experience in a legal setting, ideally where you've been involved in responsibilities like:
- Handling client and third-party correspondence
- Supporting litigation or casework
- Drafting legal documents
- Preparing cases for hearings or mediation
This experience may have come from a law firm, in-house legal team, or another relevant legal environment. What matters most is that you're comfortable with the type of work you'll be doing day to day in this role.
You should also have the following skills and experience:
- A degree in Law (or equivalent), or currently studying towards one
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C / 4 or above
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to record information accurately
- Confidence working under pressure and managing multiple priorities
- Clear and professional communication skills to keep stakeholders informed
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities
- Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant legal procedures (desirable)
Your working week:
- 30 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- Shift hours will be 10am 4pm,
- Opportunities for overtime during the week, paid at your standard hourly rate
- Opportunities for Saturday overtime, paid a rate of time and a quarter
Our Leeds office
You'll be based at our modern office in Leeds, conveniently located just off Junction 3 of the M621. For those driving, we offer free on-site parking, making commuting by car hassle-free. We're also well connected by public transport, with major bus routes including the 2, 3, 24, 116, 200, 201, 202, 203, and X10 stopping right outside the office. Leeds Train Station is just a 10-minute walk away, and for those who prefer to cycle, we provide secure cycle storage.
Rewarding your commitment and success
At BW Legal, we believe that when life feels balanced, work feels better. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where colleagues feel supported to be their best, both professionally and personally.
Our Balance Within wellbeing strategy takes a holistic approach, offering a comprehensive package of support to help you find what balance looks like for you. From health and personal development to lifestyle support, our benefits package worth over £10,000 in your first year will help you thrive at work and beyond.
Benefits include:
30 hour working week
Free offsite parking (saving you up to £9 a day compared to local car parks)
23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
In addition, paid leave on your birthday, as well as on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve when falling on a weekday
Flexible holiday policy: use, buy and sell holiday (within policy limits), as well as enjoy flexibility as some holiday allowance can used by the hour
Extra holiday for length of service: 1 extra day earned following your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year of service
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Business-casual dress code
Enjoy a Secure Future with our Financial Rewards
Be Here Living Our Values: a monthly and quarterly tax and NI free bonus based on attendance and punctuality, worth up to £828 in your first year, rising to a maximum of £4,194 by your sixth year of employment
Death in service cover: Financial protection worth six times your annual salary
Income protection: receive 75% of your salary for up to two years if you're unable to work (subject to eligibility criteria)
Discounted shopping: access discounts and savings at thousands of UK retailers with My Staff Shop (with the average user saving over £1,000 per year!)
Travel support: Free parking, bus discounts with First and Arriva, and secure cycle storage facilities.
Money4U with Leeds Credit Union: access to preferential savings and loans rates
Contributory pension scheme
British Gas discount: Access to an exclusive money-saving energy tariff for your gas and electricity
Discounted legal services: 10% off personal legal services with Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors, including conveyancing, family law and will writing
Elevate yourself with our Personal Growth Rewards
Learn and Earn: top up your income with up to £720 per year by investing in your personal and professional development outside of working hours
Learning and Development allowance: paid time to learn during working hours
Professional qualifications: financial and study support, from apprenticeships to specialist degree-level courses
Power Up your wellbeing with our Health Rewards
Free gym membership with our local partner, or discounted membership at over 3,600 gyms nationwide
On Site GP: access to a specialist prescribing GP who comes on-site fortnightly
Virtual GP: access to virtual 24/7 prescribing GP for you and your family
On-Site Physiotherapist: Support for aches, pains and injury prevention, whether you need treatment or proactive care, available at a 10% discount to our colleagues
Health cash back plan: Claim back up to £3,700 on dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions and wellbeing treatments.
Discounted dentistry: Reduced rates on dental plans and 10% off treatments with Leeds Dental Clinic
Employee assistance: 24/7 helpline, including up to 8 free counselling sessions
Wellbeing supported by colleague ambassadors: dedicated champions for wellbeing, learning and development, and menopause, who listen, gather feedback, and guide colleagues to the right support and resources.
Early intervention: support for colleagues who are experiencing health issues to support them staying in or returning to work
Be Connected and Conscious with our Engagement Rewards
Colleague events: From darts and bowling to quizzes and parties, there are plenty of opportunities to connect and unwind together.
Regular charity fundraising for local causes through games, raffles and more
BW Legal is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential and thrive in our welcoming and exciting culture. Join us and be part of our success!
As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to equal opportunities for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know at [email protected].
