Military Claims Paralegal

Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Sellick Partnership Limited is seeking a Military Claims Paralegal in Manchester to support a specialist personal injury team focused on military injury and compensation claims. You will work with experienced lawyers on a broad range of cases, assisting serving personnel, veterans and reservists through life-changing processes.

The role offers specialist training, a collaborative environment and opportunities for career development, with a hybrid working arrangement and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Paralegal experience in PI, litigation or claimant work.
• Experience with military claims is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong academic record with a law degree or GDL.

Responsibilities

• Open new files and onboard clients.
• Draft correspondence, witness statements and legal documents.
• Review medical records and expert evidence.
• Prepare instructions to medical experts and counsel.
• Assist with disclosure and evidence gathering.
• Prepare tribunal documentation and attend hearings.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis.
• Progress claims and manage client relationships.
• Support business development and networking activities.
• Assist fee earners with complex and sensitive claims.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Personal injury

Legal research

Drafting

Client care

Education

Law degree or GDL

Job description

Military Claims Paralegal | Manchester | £25,000 - £30,000 DOE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join a highly regarded Personal Injury team specialising in military injury and compensation claims.

This is an ideal role for a motivated paralegal looking to develop specialist expertise within a rewarding area of claimant personal injury work. You'll support clients through often life-changing circumstances while gaining exposure to complex cases involving military injuries, illnesses and compensation claims.

The Opportunity

You’ll work closely with experienced lawyers on a broad range of military claims, supporting serving personnel, veterans and reservists pursuing compensation for injuries sustained during service.

Your workload is likely to include:

• Opening new files and onboarding clients
• Drafting correspondence, witness statements and legal documents
• Reviewing medical records and expert evidence
• Preparing instructions to medical experts and counsel
• Assisting with disclosure and evidence gathering
• Preparing tribunal documentation and attending hearings
• Conducting legal research and case analysis
• Progressing claims and managing client relationships
• Assessing new enquiries and gathering initial information
• Maintaining accurate files, records and time recording
• Supporting business development and networking initiatives
• Assisting fee earners with a variety of complex and sensitive claims

You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of cases, including serious injury and illness claims, while receiving ongoing training and support from experienced specialists within a collaborative team environment.

About You

• Previous paralegal experience within personal injury, litigation or claimant work
• Experience in military claims, AFCS or CICA matters would be advantageous but is not essential
• Strong academics, ideally including a Law degree or GDL
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong legal research and drafting abilities
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, empathetic and resilient approach
• Comfortable dealing with sensitive and complex matters
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently when required
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £25,000 - £30,000 DOE
• Exposure to high-quality and complex injury claims
• Specialist training and mentoring
• Genuine career development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on meaningful cases that make a real difference to clients' lives
• Comprehensive benefits package and hybrid working options

we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.