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ICWI - Insurance Company of The West Indies Ltd

Paralegal

ICWI - Insurance Company of The West Indies Ltd

  • Kingston and St. Andrew
  • Not disclosed
  • Permanent full-time
  • Updated 14/04/2025
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Paralegal

 

 PARALEGAL

 

We invite applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacancy of Paralegal at our Head Office in New Kingston.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION:

▪         Bachelor’s Degree, Associate Degree or Certificate in paralegal studies

▪         Minimum of six (6) CSEC subjects at the general proficiency level including English                Language and Mathematics

▪         Knowledge of legal principles

▪         Knowledge of legal research techniques

▪         Knowledge of legal terminology

▪         Proficient in MS Office and office procedures

 

SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES/KNOWLEDGE

▪         Confidentiality

▪         Polite and professional facade

▪         Flexibility

▪         Research skills

▪         Analytical skills

▪         Planning and organizing

▪         Information monitoring

▪         Strong communication skills

▪         Attention to detail and accuracy

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

▪         A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position

 

CORE FUNCTIONS

Assist and provide a range of legal support and administration to lawyers and other legal professionals engaged in civil law.

 

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

 ▪         Draft legal documents including defenses, notice of applications and supporting                     Affidavits

▪         Prepare correspondence

▪         Check legal forms and documents for accuracy

▪         Arrange mediation and prepare mediation briefs

▪         Maintain reference files

▪         Organize and track case files

▪         Monitor filing and service of legal documents

▪         Maintain diary in relation to scheduling of legal matters

▪         Organize and analyze information

▪         Cross-check and validate information

▪         Prepare written reports

▪         Review and monitor new and updated regulations

▪         Locate and communicate with witnesses

▪         Interact with clients

▪         Any other duty which may arise from time to time

 

Interested persons are invited to submit their applications by Friday, April 18, 2025.

Ref: Paralegal
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ICWI - Insurance Company of The West Indies Ltd

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