Paralegal

HF; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

HF is seeking a Paralegal for their Motor team in Fareham. This role offers a chance to develop a career in law, with opportunities for progression and internal training contracts. Candidates should have a Law degree or relevant experience and an interest in insurance law.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid working

25 days’ annual leave

Private healthcare

Company pension

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to Work

Life insurance and income protection

Employee Assistance & Digital GP

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience in a claim handling role.
• Preferably with a litigated defendant caseload.

Responsibilities

• Handle your own caseload of defendant litigated MOJ, OIC, and small claims files.
• Provide clients with updates and manage their legal affairs.

Skills

Interest in insurance law

Education

LLB Hons

GDL

Job description

At HF, we do things differently. We recognize the value of our employees and understand that they set us apart from our competitors. If you want to experience what life is like as a lawyer at HF, consider our Paralegal vacancy within our Motor team at our Fareham office.

What will you be doing?

1. You will work independently and as part of a successful Motor team.
2. Having completed a Law Degree or Law conversion course, or having previous file handling or insurance industry experience, you will handle your own caseload of defendant litigated MOJ, OIC, and small claims files.
3. You should have an interest in progressing a career in insurance law or the personal injury sector.
4. You will provide clients with updates and ensure their legal affairs are managed professionally to support the efficient operation of the firm.

What our Partner and Head of Fareham Office, James, says about the role:

“We’ve enjoyed a great year & secured many successes for our clients across our Motor set at HF throughout 2024. We aim to continue providing excellent services in 2025, and to do so, we need top talent. I’m excited to advertise for a Litigation Executive to join our Motor PI team at Fareham and look forward to welcoming a new member to our dynamic department.”

What’s in it for you?

This is a fantastic opportunity to start and develop a career in law. HF is committed to employee development, offering internal training contracts and opportunities for progression. Upon completing your probation, you will be eligible to apply for a training contract.

What do I need?

LLB Hons, GDL, or equivalent qualification, or at least 12 months of experience in a claim handling role, preferably with a litigated defendant caseload.

About the company

HF is a leading UK provider of legal and handling services to the insurance sector, established in 1969. We serve 12 of the UK’s 20 largest motor insurers, specializing in areas such as counter fraud, injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs, and credit hire.

We are not your stereotypical law firm. We promote flexible working, have a relaxed dress code, and support hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will be expected to attend the office two days a week, with flexibility.

We invest in our people through professional subscriptions, learning grants, and internal promotions. Our benefits include:

• Flexible hours
• Hybrid working
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 with service
• Private healthcare
• Company pension
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cycle to Work
• Life insurance and income protection
• Employee Assistance & Digital GP
• Season ticket loans
• Flu vouchers
• Bonus scheme
• HF Discount Hub

Next steps

If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, click the button below.

As an equal opportunities employer, we value inclusive hiring. Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process.

Note: This role is based in Whiteley, Fareham, with a hybrid working model.