Paralegal: Catastrophic Injury & Large-Loss Claims

Clyde & Co; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Clyde & Co in the United Kingdom is seeking a Paralegal to join its Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss team in either Bristol or Southampton. The role offers exposure to high-value, sensitive claims and opportunities to work with Partners and senior staff on case management.

The successful candidate will assist fee earners, review medical records, manage diaries, and support litigation processes while developing technical and commercial expertise within a leading defendant insurance practice.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal environment, preferably in personal injury, defendant insurance litigation, or insurance claims.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical ability.
• A proactive and professional approach to work.
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of the litigation process would be advantageous but is not essential.
• A genuine interest in catastrophic injury and complex casualty litigation.

Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with the day-to-day management of catastrophic injury and large loss claims.
• Reviewing and analysing medical records, witness evidence, and other claim documentation.
• Assisting with liability and quantum investigations.
• Drafting correspondence, witness statements, instructions to counsel, and instructions to medical and other experts.
• Preparing court bundles, conference packs, and hearing materials.
• Liaising with clients, insurers, experts, counsel, and other third parties.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries.
• Managing diaries, deadlines, and key case milestones.
• Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship activities where appropriate.
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, service standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Legal environment experience

Case management

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Clyde & Co in the United Kingdom is seeking a Paralegal to join its Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss team in either Bristol or Southampton. The role offers exposure to high-value, sensitive claims and opportunities to work with Partners and senior staff on case management.

The successful candidate will assist fee earners, review medical records, manage diaries, and support litigation processes while developing technical and commercial expertise within a leading defendant insurance practice.