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Cycling Claims Paralegal

Clayton Legal
Posted a day ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance

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  • An exciting opportunity for a Paralegal in Cycling Accident Claims is available in Manchester within a renowned Personal Injury department.
  • The role requires at least 12 months of experience handling Claimant MOJ Portal personal injury files, preferably with a focus on cycling accidents.
  • The position involves managing a caseload of 50-75 Portal cycling accident files and assisting with more complex cases under the guidance of senior fee earners.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, and benefits include 25+ days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and private medical insurance.
  • This is an excellent chance to advance your career in a highly regarded Legal 500 Tier 1 Personal Injury team.
Exciting Opportunity for a Paralegal in Cycling Accident Claims – ManchesterMy Client is  looking for a skilled and motivated Paralegal to join a rapidly growing Cycling Accidents team within a renowned Personal Injury department.This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced fee earners, managing your own caseload of 50-75 Portal cycling accident files, while also assisting with more complex, non-Portal cases.You will have the opportunity to develop your legal skills with a high level of autonomy, under the guidance of senior fee earners. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded Legal 500 Tier 1 Personal Injury team that is dedicated to securing compensation for cyclists who have suffered complex injuries in accidents.Key Responsibilities:
  • Running your own caseload of Portal cycling accident claims, including RTA and Public Liability cases
  • Preparing and submitting CNFs/letters of claim
  • Instructing engineers to assess bike damage
  • Collecting and reviewing documents and evidence related to general and special damages
  • Drafting witness statements and Schedules of Loss
  • Preparing instructions to medical experts and counsel
  • Drafting court documents and reviewing medical records and reports
  • Researching case law on liability and quantum
  • Preparing advice on liability, causation, and quantum
  • Liaising with clients to keep them updated on case progress
  • Handling billing and disbursement payments
  • Managing cases through different stages of the MOJ Portal process, including Stage 3 and infant approval hearings
About You: To succeed in this role, you will need:
  • At least 12 months' experience handling Claimant MOJ Portal personal injury files (ideally with a focus on cycling accidents)
  • A good understanding of CPR and Portal rules
  • Experience in conducting investigations and assessing the prospects of success for claims
  • Familiarity with preparing and issuing cases at various stages of the Portal process
  • Ability to transfer cases off the Portal to fee earners for further work
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently
  • A focus on providing exceptional client service with empathy
Experience with the Proclaim Case Management System is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.Benefits:In addition to a rewarding and fulfilling legal career, you will benefit from a variety of attractive perks, including:
  • 25+ days of annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure over Christmas
  • Employee Pension Scheme – SMART pension plan
  • Travel Insurance covering you and your eligible family members
  • Death in Service benefit (3x basic salary)
  • Private Medical Insurance (optional for family members)
  • Income Protection up to 75% of salary
  • Interest-free travel pass/parking loan
  • One-hour early finish, one Friday a month
  • Two paid days a year for charitable work with numerous events to participate in
  • Opportunities to join sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events
  • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
  • Annual promotions process with clear career progression
  • Work and employee referral schemes
If you're passionate about personal injury law, particularly cycling accident claims, and are eager to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, apply today to take the next step in your professional journey!Please forward your updated CV to or call Chris on to discuss the role further.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.