Complex Paralegal

Keoghs; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance law firm in the UK is seeking to expand its Property Risks and Coverage team in Bolton. The role involves assisting experienced lawyers with complex property damage claims, requiring strong attention to detail and effective workload prioritization. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to grow in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

24/7 online GP and mental health support

Death In Service after 1 year

Pension contribution: 5% Employee / 3% Employer

Employee Volunteering Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Flex

Discounted tickets for Merlin Attractions

Qualifications

• Degree-level education and/or postgraduate qualification required.
• Previous experience in insurance claims handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in handling property damage claims for insurers.
• Conduct legal research and prepare documents.
• Ensure compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Education

Degree-level education

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Department:

Legal

Location:

Bolton

Description

Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and is recognized as one of the most dynamic in its sector. We are currently offering several exciting opportunities to join our Property Risks and Coverage Large & Complex Loss team. These roles are based in our Bolton and Manchester offices, with flexible working arrangements encouraged for suitable candidates.

Our cases require a collaborative approach. You will be part of a team handling property damage claims resulting from fires, floods, product liability, and other perils. You will support experienced lawyers dealing with complex Household and Commercial property damage matters. The team represents key insurer clients of the firm.

Key Accountabilities

The team focuses on matters involving policy coverage issues or suspected fraud. Your work will include advising well-known insurers on policy coverage, prospects of success, and evidential matters related to fires, floods, and other perils. This is an assisting role; you will not manage cases independently but will work on delegated tasks within the team.

• Chasing documents
• Collating documents for legal strategy
• Preparing bundles
• Diarising court orders and critical dates
• Arranging conferences and expert attendances
• Conducting legal research and factual chronologies
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations

Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• Degree-level education and/or postgraduate qualification
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively
• Attention to detail
• Experience with case management systems
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle team demands
• Previous experience in insurance claims handling

Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service (option to buy/sell 3 days)
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and wellbeing resources
• Death In Service after 1 year of service
• Pension contribution: 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to online discount sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

*After successful completion of probation period.