Hybrid Paralegal – Major Injury & Casualty

DWF; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for development

Flexibility for learning

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Manchester is seeking an entry-level Paralegal to join the Complex Catastrophic Loss team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value cases for well-known insurer clients and requires a relevant legal qualification. Key responsibilities include assisting on complex injury caseloads, drafting court documents, and conducting liability investigations. The position is hybrid, requiring office attendance 2–3 days per week. The firm promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience assisting on litigated complex injury caseload.
• Relevant legal qualifications (LLB, LLM) ideally.
• Ability to manage and prioritise tasks under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior team members with a multi-track catastrophic injury caseload.
• Drafting court documents and attending court hearings.
• Conducting liability investigations and gathering evidence.

Skills

Litigated complex injury caseload assistance

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Task management and prioritization

Teamwork

Education

Relevant legal qualifications e.g. LLB, LLM

Tools

Word

Excel

Lexis Library

Lawtel

Westlaw

Practical Law

Job description

A leading legal firm in Manchester is seeking an entry-level Paralegal to join the Complex Catastrophic Loss team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value cases for well-known insurer clients and requires a relevant legal qualification. Key responsibilities include assisting on complex injury caseloads, drafting court documents, and conducting liability investigations. The position is hybrid, requiring office attendance 2–3 days per week. The firm promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment.