Paralegal

Thompsons Solicitors

Sheffield

On-site

GBP 22,400 - 27,377

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Permanent health insurance

Healthcare plan

Life assurance

Annual leave

Maternity/Paternity pay

Cycle to work

Travel loans

Professional development support

Job summary

Thompsons Solicitors in Sheffield is seeking a Paralegal to join our Personal Injury team. You’ll manage your own caseload with full training, supervision and ongoing coaching, handling road traffic accident, employer liability and public liability claims.

No prior legal experience required; enthusiastic applicants who are organised, detail‑oriented and able to communicate clearly by phone, email and in person are welcome. After training, there is a hybrid working pattern option.

Qualifications

Organised and detail‑focused
Able to balance multiple tasks without compromising quality
Strong client care skills and proactive approach

Responsibilities

Manage your own caseload with supervision and ongoing coaching
Work with clients involved in road traffic accidents, employer liability and public liability claims
Guide clients through each stage of the process
Gather evidence
Instruct medical experts
Maintain clear, confident communication by phone, email and in person
Help clients feel informed, supported and reassured throughout every case

Job description

Paralegal

Application Deadline: 4 August 2026

Department: Personal Injury

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Sheffield

Compensation: £24,889 / year

Description

If you’re looking to start or grow a career in the legal sector and want a role where your work genuinely supports people, this opportunity could be ideal. You don’t need previous legal experience — just enthusiasm, empathy and a willingness to learn.

The Role

As a Paralegal in our Sheffield team, you’ll manage your own caseload with full training, supervision and ongoing coaching. You’ll work with clients involved in road traffic accidents, employer liability and public liability claims, guiding them through each stage of the process.

Manage your own caseload with supervision and ongoing coaching
Work with clients involved in road traffic accidents, employer liability and public liability claims
Guide clients through each stage of the process
Gather evidence
Instruct medical experts
Maintain clear, confident communication by phone, email and in person
Help clients feel informed, supported and reassured throughout every case

What we're looking for

We’re keen to hear from individuals who are organised, detail‑focused and able to balance multiple tasks without compromising on quality. Strong client care skills and a positive, proactive approach are essential. Once fully trained, you’ll also have the option to move into a hybrid working pattern.

What we offer you