Casualty Commercial Paralegal

About your new role

Our Casualty teams provide a full, expert service in defending public (PL) and employers' liability (EL) claims across the private and public sectors. Weightmans' team is recognized for delivering defendant litigation services in these and other specialist Casualty areas. We operate nationally with dedicated commercial insurance and public sector teams.

We are currently recruiting a Paralegal to join our commercial casualty team.

In this role, working with a team dedicated to major insurer clients, you will manage your own varied caseload under supervision, and assist Partners and team members in defending a wide range of claims. Responsibilities include managing litigated casualty claims, dealing with Pre-Action Disclosure applications, Stage 3 hearings, Infant Approvals, preparing witness statements, conducting legal research, drafting instructions to Counsel and experts, preparing client reports, court attendance, client meetings, and responding to correspondence and enquiries.

This list is not exhaustive; other duties within the role's scope may be assigned.

About You

You should have previous experience and a genuine interest in this area. We require:

• Experience managing EL/PL personal injury claims, with understanding of property damage and negligence law.
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules.
• Experience in drafting legal documents, including witness statements, instructions, and reports.
• Ability to manage cases efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Ability to meet financial and chargeable targets.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good communication and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

If you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic and eager to learn, we look forward to your application.

Why work for us

Weightmans is a Top 40 UK law firm, recognized as a leading legal employer and awarded for excellence. We are an accredited living wage employer.

Click here to learn more about our awards and recognitions.

Our culture fosters equality and diversity, respecting and recognizing merit. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and disabilities, and offer reasonable adjustments during the application process. Feel free to include your preferred pronouns in your application.

Work for a firm where people matter – work for Weightmans – We See the possibility in you.

We offer benefits such as:

• 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time), with variations for lateral hires
• Hybrid working with home office equipment
• Healthcare cover/Medicash
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Interest-free travel loans
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym and dental schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Offers & discounts
• Recognition schemes

*Some roles may not be suitable for remote work; details can be confirmed with your Recruitment Adviser.

*Benefits for lateral hires and Legal Directors may differ.

Please note

• We encourage direct applications and speaking with us about opportunities.
• Experience or PQE references are guidelines; we welcome diverse applicants who meet role requirements.
• Successful candidates will undergo background checks; offers are conditional upon completion.
• Part-time and job-share applications are welcome.

Recruitment agencies (PSL / non-PSL)

We work with a preferred supplier list and do not accept unsolicited CVs or profiles from agencies outside this list. Unsolicited submissions may be treated as gifts, and candidates contacted directly without agency involvement or fees.

Eligibility to work in the UK

Eligibility will be verified at the final stage. Candidates must have the right to work or meet Home Office visa sponsorship criteria. Those requiring sponsorship should review the Home Office eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.