Paralegal – Housebuilder Disputes

DAC Beachcroft

. Support the Professional & Commercial Risk team within the Housebuilder Disputes practice .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeLeeds • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and documentation skills while effectively managing case files and client communications. Exhibits a proactive approach to handling disputes within the housebuilding sector, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and relevant consumer codes.

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Legal ResearchDocument AnalysisCase ManagementClient CommunicationGDPR Compliance

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Hard Skills

Document ReviewDisclosure ExercisesBundle PreparationDrafting Legal DocumentationLitigation ExperienceContentious WorkProperty-Related Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationExcellent Organisational SkillsAttention to DetailProactive Approach

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft Office Applications

Industry Keywords

Housebuilder DisputesConsumer Code for HomebuildersNew Homes Quality CodeData Protection Act 2018Commercial Awareness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Professional & Commercial Risk team within the Housebuilder Disputes practice
Support clients across a broad range of disputes and claims for housebuilder clients
Take ownership of less complex claims, gaining autonomy with development
Deal with Data Subject Access Requests under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
Act as a client point of contact and respond to requests and complaints under the Consumer Code for Homebuilders and New Homes Quality Code
Conduct legal research, document analysis, document review, disclosure exercises and bundle preparation
Assist with drafting correspondence, witness statements, court documents, expert instructions and other legal documentation
Liaise with clients, courts, experts, counsel and other parties to progress matters
Manage diaries, monitor deadlines and record and comply with key dates and actions
Maintain file records, prepare updates and support day-to-day matter management
Support marketing, business development and other non-fee-earning activities
Work with the Housebuilder Disputes team in Leeds and the Construction team in Newcastle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Proactive, enthusiastic and hard-working approach
Willingness to take ownership of tasks through to completion
Interest in contentious work and desire to develop expertise within the housebuilding sector
Ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
Confidence managing day-to-day case management tasks and liaising with clients, courts and other stakeholders
Positive, flexible and solutions-focused approach
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams and other Microsoft Office applications
Some experience in a relevant position
Experience working in a target-driven, commercial environment
Commercial awareness and interest in broader business issues
Practical, hands-on litigation experience advantageous
Experience of contentious, property-related or GDPR work advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive and accessible recruitment process
Reasonable adjustments available at any stage of the application, assessment or interview process
Support from the recruitment team for applicants requiring adjustments