EL PL Paralegal

Simpson Millar Solicitors; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days' annual leave

Hybrid working policy

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Simpson Millar Solicitors is seeking a Paralegal to support a team of Solicitors in the personal injury department handling multi-track Employers Liability and Public Liability claims. The role involves drafting letters of claim, witness statements, schedules of loss, and client updates, along with researching and preparing trial materials.

You will respond to claimant enquiries, assist in instructing Counsel, review expert reports, and attend client meetings.

Qualifications

• LB Law degree or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience supporting Employers Liability, Public Liability or Personal Injury cases.
• Strong client care and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting letters of claim, witness statements, particulars of loss and schedules of loss
• Responding to claimant enquiries
• Assist in preparing instructions to Counsel
• Preparation of trial bundles
• Reviewing expert reports and drafting client updates
• Attending client meetings
• Assist with new client enquiries
• Conducting legal research

Skills

Personal Injury experience

Client care

Organisational skills

Education

LB Law degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

As a Paralegal you will support a team of Solicitors in the personal injury department with multi-track Employers Liability & Public Liability claims.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting letters of claim, witness statements, particulars of loss and schedules of loss
• Responding to claimant enquiries
• Assist in preparing instructions to Counsel
• Preparation of trial bundles
• Reviewing expert reports and drafting client updates
• Attending client meetings
• Assist with new client enquiries
• Conducting legal research

Key Requirements

• LB Law degree or equivalent qualification
• Previous experience supporting Employers Liability, Public Liability or Personal Injury cases
• Strong client care and organisation skills

Why Join Simpson Millar?

At Simpson Millar, you'll be part of a people-focused firm that is committed to delivering exceptional client care while supporting the development and wellbeing of its colleagues. We offer all level 2 employees:

• 26 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional days
• We pride ourselves on offering flexibility and a healthy work-life balance, our hybrid working policy requires employees to attend the office just twice per month, however most teams get together once per week and you're more than welcome to attend as much as you like, we encourage you to find the balance that works best for you.
• Opportunities for professional development, career progression and more...

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Simpson Millar is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues can be themselves, thrive, and reach their full potential. We believe that diversity of thought, experience, and perspective makes us stronger and helps us better serve our clients, colleagues, and communities

Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to assess applications and make an appointment before the advertised closing date, therefore early applications are encouraged.