Catastrophic Injury Paralegal

Weightmans; Manchester, Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Weightmans seeks a Paralegal to join their Large Loss team in Manchester. You will assist in high-value personal injury cases, managing caseloads and supporting senior case handlers. Ideal candidates have at least 12 months' experience and strong communication skills, contributing to a recognized top employer in the legal sector.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience as a Paralegal in multi-track/large loss sector.
• Flexibility and adaptability are essential.
• Knowledge of CPR procedures with proven technical ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with case management, legal research, and court preparation.
• Manage a multi-track caseload independently under supervision.
• Respond to correspondence and inquiries from clients.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Strong written and communication skills

Good time management

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Teamwork skills

Job description

About your new role

Please note: This role is not on the list of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

Our national Large Loss team provides market-leading legal services, handling claims involving severe injuries and complex insurance work. The team manages claims primarily reserved over £350,000, representing over £800 million in client reserves. Typical cases involve brain, spinal injuries, amputations, and substantial dependency fatality claims.

Your primary role will be to assist senior case handlers in the Large Loss team based in Liverpool or Manchester.

As a Paralegal, you will work on a variety of high-value catastrophic personal injury cases for various insurers. Your key duties will include:

1. Assisting fee earners with tasks such as case management, legal research, record reviews, and court preparation.
2. Managing a multi-track caseload independently under supervision.
3. Assisting with instructions to Counsel and experts.
4. Responding promptly and accurately to correspondence and inquiries from clients and other parties.
5. Ensuring compliance with client service level agreements.
6. Achieving financial and chargeable targets.
7. Supporting the team's business development activities.

This list is not exhaustive. You will be expected to perform other duties within the wider role scope and adhere to Weightmans and client policies, working consistently in line with our values.

About You

You should have at least 12 months' experience as a Paralegal in the multi-track/large loss sector, preferably with motor work experience. Due to the varied nature of the role, flexibility and adaptability are essential. Additionally, you should possess:

• Excellent IT skills
• Strong written and communication skills
• Good time management and organization skills
• Attention to detail and concentration
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Capability to meet strict deadlines and targets
• Teamwork skills and the ability to work independently
• Knowledge of CPR procedures with proven technical ability

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

Why work for us

Join our award-winning organization. Weightmans has been recognized as a top employer for 18 consecutive years at Britain’s Top Employers awards 2025, ranking 5th, and has secured top positions in Chambers UK.

Embark on a journey with Weightmans towards becoming one of the Top 30 UK law firms.

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