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EL/PL Paralegal

Simpson Judge Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 23 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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  • A prestigious Legal 500 top-tier firm in Manchester is seeking a Paralegal for its Personal Injury team, with a salary dependent on experience (DOE).
  • The role offers the opportunity to support skilled fee earners while gaining hands-on experience in personal injury cases within a hybrid work environment.
  • Candidates should have experience in personal injury law, ideally with exposure to employer's liability (EL) or public liability (PL) matters, although those from other legal backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.
  • Key responsibilities include drafting court documents, managing medical records, and preparing client statements, among others.
  • The firm offers a range of benefits including a minimum of 25 days' annual leave, private medical insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Job Vacancy: Paralegal (Personal Injury Team)

Location - Manchester (Hybrid)

Salary - DOE

A prestigious Legal 500 top-tier firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join its Personal Injury department, based in our state-of-the-art office in Spinningfields, Manchester.

This is an exceptional opportunity to support a team of highly skilled fee earners while developing your legal expertise. As part of a leading firm, you will gain hands-on experience with a diverse range of personal injury cases in a supportive and professional environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in personal injury law, preferably with exposure to employer's liability (EL) or public liability (PL) matters. However, we are open to considering individuals with experience in other areas of law who are eager to learn and grow within this specialized field.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting Claims Notification Forms (CNFs) and court documents
  • Assisting with the preparation of client and witness statements
  • Preparing instructions for medical experts and counsel
  • Reviewing and managing medical records, and liaising with clients
  • Drafting schedules of loss and conducting legal research on case law
  • Preparing court bundles and assisting with billing and disbursement processes
  • Keeping clients updated on case progress and providing ongoing support

Benefits

  • A minimum of 25 days' annual leave, plus office closure between Christmas and New Year
  • SMART pension scheme
  • Travel insurance for you and your eligible family members
  • Death in service benefit (3x basic salary)
  • Private medical insurance (subject to opt-in), with the option to cover family members
  • Income protection, covering up to 75% of your salary
  • Interest-free travel pass/parking loan options
  • One-hour early finish every month on a Friday
  • Two days annually for charitable work, with a variety of events to participate in
  • Access to sports teams, hobby clubs, and social activities
  • Employee Assistance Programme, including trained Mental Health First Aiders
  • Annual promotions process open to all employees
  • Employee referral schemes

If you are passionate about personal injury law and looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in a top-tier firm, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your experience.

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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.