Litigation Executive/Paralegal - Complex & Catastrophic Injury

Horwich Farrelly; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance & Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Hybrid & Flexible Working Options

Digital GP services

Employee Assistance Programme

Gas & Eyecare Vouchers

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption

Holiday leave up to 30 days

Job summary

Horwich Farrelly in Cardiff is seeking a Litigation Executive/Paralegal to join the Complex & Catastrophic Injury team on a permanent hybrid basis. You will support a Partner and fee earners on high-value claims, handling large and complex cases with a focus on accuracy and timely progress.

You will work alongside experienced lawyers, gaining exposure to multi-track cases involving catastrophic injuries and life-changing circumstances, while developing your own expertise in a supportive

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in civil litigation, preferably PI.
• Working knowledge of CPR/Pre-Action Protocol.
• Knowledge of insurance processes and terminology.
• Familiarity with medical records would be beneficial.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Able to meet/exceed billing targets; hourly rate charging experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior members of the team with Large and Complex Loss Claims.
• Review records and prepare detailed notes on key issues.
• Collate disclosure and keep in order.
• Prepare bundles for expert and Counsel Instructions.
• Instruct and liaise with experts and Counsel.
• Arrange conferences and accompany the fee earner.
• Diaries Court dates and directions; liaise with witnesses.
• Research legal issues relevant to cases.
• Exposure to catastrophic injury claims for national insurers.
• Assist with client MI/SLA requirements.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

PI background

CPR knowledge

Insurance knowledge

Medical records familiarity

Organisational skills

Deadlines

Billing targets

Job description

Litigation Executive/Paralegal - Complex & Catastrophic Injury

• Litigation Executive/Paralegal - Complex & Catastrophic Injury

About the Role

Litigation Executive - Complex & Catastrophic Injury
Location: Cardiff
Hybrid: 2 days per week from the office
Contract type: Permanent

About HF People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our c lients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, c lient focus , and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law .

About the Team

Our Complex and Catastrophic team specialises in handling some of the most significant and high-value personal injury claims in the market. Working on multi-track cases valued from £500,000 through to multi-million-pound claims, the team manages complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries and life-changing circumstances. You'll work alongside highly experienced lawyers, gaining exposure to challenging and rewarding cases while developing your expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing

The successful candidate will assist a Partner and other Fee Earners as and when required in Large and Complex Loss claims; so the role represents a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to high quality and challenging work. You will also ensure that clients are confident that their legal affairs are dealt with in a business-like and competent manner and to ensure the efficient operation of the firm. In this role you will not only be working independently but you will be working as part of a team.

The ideal candidate will have previous file handling experience or worked in the insurance industry in a personal injury environment. Whilst experience and qualifications are desirable, above all we hire based on potential so, if you are enthusiastic and want to learn and develop, we are able to offer you the training to succeed.

Main Responsibilities

• To assist senior members of the team with all aspects of Large and Complex Loss Claims.
• Reviewing records and preparing detailed notes on the key issues.
• Collating disclosure and keeping in order.
• Preparing bundles for expert and Counsel Instruction.
• Instructing and liaising with experts and Counsel.
• Arranging conferences and attending with the fee earner.
• Diarising Court dates and directions
• Liaising with witnesses
• Research legal issues.
• The successful candidate will be exposed to catastrophic injury claims (brain injury, spinal injury, amputation claims) on behalf of national insurers.
• To assist with client MI/SLA requirements.

What do I need?

• At least 2-years’ experience working in civil litigation preferably PI background.
• Working knowledge of CPR/ Pre-Action Protocol.
• Have some knowledge of insurance
• Familiarity with medical records would be beneficial
• Excellent organisational skills
• Can work under pressure and to strict time limits.
• Able to meet/exceed billing target. Previous experience of hourly rate charging preferable but not essential.

25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme

Life Insurance & Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services

Pension Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave

Hybrid & Flexible Working Options

Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub

Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!