Paralegal Asbestos Litigation

Hugh James; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Paralegal for their Asbestos Litigation department in Cardiff. The role includes dealing with CFAs, responding to clients’ enquiries, reviewing medical records, and preparing various statements. Ideal candidates will have a law degree or equivalent experience, excellent communication skills, and a high level of motivation. The firm values diversity and offers a supportive work culture. This position offers generous holidays and employee benefits.

Benefits

Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Two Corporate Social Responsibility days

Birthday day off

Death in service equivalent to twice annual salary

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts for local businesses

Professional fees paid (subject to role requirements)

Employee recruitment incentive scheme

Qualifications

• Open to recent law graduates or individuals with relevant experience.
• Must demonstrate high levels of motivation and organization.
• Must possess excellent communication and client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle CFAs and funding.
• Respond to clients' telephone enquiries.
• Review medical records and prepare documentation.
• Prepare witness statements and instructions for experts.

Skills

Law degree or equivalent experience

High levels of motivation and organisation

Excellent communication skills

Good levels of IT literacy

An enjoyment of team work

Excellent client care skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Role Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join our Asbestos Litigation department. Our specialist asbestos solicitors represent victims and their families from all over the UK and are highly experienced in asbestos litigation. The firm and its lawyers have been consistently ranked in the top tiers in both Chambers UK Guide and the Legal 500 for personal injury (including industrial disease) and are a UK leader in the field of asbestos litigation.

Role

The role is a fast‑paced, exciting position that includes

• Dealing with CFAs and funding
• Dealing with telephone enquiries from clients
• Reviewing medical records
• Preparing witness statements
• Preparing instructions to experts

Skills & Qualifications

• Law degree or equivalent experience
• High levels of motivation and organisation
• Excellent communication skills
• Good levels of IT literacy (we use a range of specialist software)
• An enjoyment of team work
• Excellent client care skills in order to deal with sensitive issues involving clients who may be emotional and vulnerable.

Benefits

• Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Two Corporate Social Responsibility days
• Birthday day off
• Death in service equivalent to twice annual salary
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts for local businesses
• Professional fees paid (subject to requirement for your role)
• Employee recruitment incentive scheme

Life at Hugh James

We never shy away from a challenge. We are a leading, full‑service UK law firm. Since our beginnings we have been led by the things that matter. We care about fighting for the right outcomes, solving the seemingly unsolvable, protecting businesses, individuals and livelihoods, supporting our people and communities, safeguarding our planet. Our culture is entrepreneurial, inclusive and forward‑looking, and we take pride in our community work, partnerships with charities and our commitment to giving back. Hugh James is an equal opportunities and disability‑confident committed employer.

Thank you for taking the time to consider this opportunity. If you have questions, please contact Stephanie Williams.