Military Injury Paralegal

Simpson Millar LLP Solicitors; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Professional development

Job summary

Simpson Millar LLP seeks a Paralegal to join its Military team in Manchester, supporting military injury and accident claims.

You will assist solicitors with a caseload of military-related personal injury matters, draft court applications, witness statements, and prepare bundles, while liaising with clients and attending meetings. The role emphasizes organisation, empathy, and careful records management within a friendly, hybrid-working environment.

Qualifications

• Law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• At least 12 months experience assisting with personal injury matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle vulnerable clients with empathy.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with a caseload of military injury claims.
• Draft court applications, witness statements, and court bundles.
• Liaise with clients and attend client meetings.
• Prepare cases for hearings with counsel and manage file records.
• Monitor court deadlines and timely filing of documents.
• Support business development and maintain professional relationships.
• Conduct legal research on relevant legislation and case law.

Skills

Legal drafting

Client liaison

Attention to detail

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Law degree

GDL or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Military team, assisting this specialist team with military injury & accident claims.

The team manage a specialist caseload of claims relating to military claims including:

• Military Training Accidents
• Military Parachute Accident Claims
• Military Non Freezing Cold Injury Claims
• Armed Forces Medical Negligence Claims
• Armed Forces Compensation Scheme Claims
• Military Bullying and Harassment Claims
• Sea King Helicopter Cancer Claims
• Military Hearing Loss Claims

Key responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with a caseload of military injury claims.
• Drafting court applications, witness statements, legal correspondence, attendance notes, and court bundles.
• Liaising with clients.
• Attending client meetings.
• Assisting with preparing cases for hearings and conferences with counsel.
• Managing files, maintain accurate records, and comply with regulatory and file management procedures.
• Monitoring court deadlines and ensure timely filing of documents.
• Handling new enquiries and assisting with client onboarding.
• Assisting with business development activities, networking, and maintaining professional relationships.
• Conducting legal research on relevant legislation and case law.

Key Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

• A law degree, Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), or equivalent legal qualification.
• At least 12 months experience assisting with personal injury matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work empathetically with vulnerable clients.
• Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• Excellent knowledge of legal aid procedures.
• Experience attending court or client meetings.
• Have demonstrated experience in and be passionate about developing a career in personal injury claims
• Have an ability to demonstrate empathy, compassion, and professionalism when advising clients and their families on complex and often emotionally challenging issues.

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.