Paralegal

Keoghs; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Paralegal to join their expanding abuse team in Glasgow. This role involves handling a varied caseload of pre-litigated and litigated abuse cases for both insurer and uninsured clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in defender insurance work or complex claims, alongside strong forensic skills and the ability to work under pressure. With a focus on sensitive and complex claims, you will be involved in document analysis, client liaison, and drafting essential court documents. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – 24/7 online GP

Death in Service

Critical Illness Cover

Pension contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Flex

Qualifications

• Experience in defender insurance work or complex claims.
• Litigated file handling experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Forensic review and analysis of relevant documents.
• Drafting court documents and correspondence.
• Client liaison and site visits.

Skills

Previous legal experience

Litigation experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong forensic skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Excellent organizational skills

Experience with sensitive claims

Time recording experience

Ability to work independently

Job description

Department: Legal

Location: Glasgow

Description

The ideal candidate for this role has experience in defender insurance work or complex and legacy work such as clinical negligence or disease. Litigated file handling experience is a plus.

Keoghs Scotland is seeking to recruit a Paralegal to join our expanding abuse team in Glasgow. You will handle a varied caseload of pre-litigated and litigated abuse cases (Defender) for both insurer and uninsured clients. It is preferable that applicants have experience appearing in the Sheriff court and acting as instructing agent in the Court of Session. Experience in sensitive and complex claims is also desirable.

Key Responsibilities

1. Forensic review and analysis of relevant documents
2. Analysis of liability
3. Analysis of quantum and causation
4. Assisting in drafting advice
5. Client liaison and site visits
6. Reviewing files to assess litigation strategy and direction
7. Drafting court documents and correspondence to clients and witnesses
8. Preparing witness statements and instructions to experts and counsel
9. Assisting Partners and other team members as required
10. Supporting business development initiatives, including drafting articles, blog posts, e-shots, presentations, and attending relevant events

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Previous legal experience
• Litigation experience is preferred
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Strong forensic skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience with sensitive and complex claims is desirable
• Experience with time recording is advantageous
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service (option to buy and sell 3 days)
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – initially single cover, with option to upgrade within the first month
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and wellbeing resources
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection
• Pension contribution: 5% employee / 3% employer
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to online discount sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

*After successfully completing probation period.