Paralegal - Catastrophic Loss

DWF; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF is recruiting a Paralegal for its Major Injury & Casualty team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. The role focuses on pre-litigated claims across motor, casualty, and liability sectors, supporting fee earners on complex files.

You will work with insurers, clients, and third parties while ensuring compliance with deadlines and protocols. We value prior experience in Catastrophic Loss or Complex Loss environments, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 6+ months paralegal experience is essential.
• Scottish law experience is essential.
• Experience in Catastrophic Loss or Complex Loss teams is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners on files and support qualified lawyers on a diverse caseload for insurers pre-litigated claims from inception to resolution.
• Manage a caseload of pre-litigated claims from instruction to settlement.
• Investigate liability and gather evidence.
• Liaise with clients, insurers and third parties.
• Negotiate settlements and calculate damages.
• Ensure deadlines and pre-action protocols are met.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Scottish law

Catastrophic Loss

Complex Loss experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Fast paced environment

Job description

Why join us?

Join DWF’s Major Injury & Casualty Team in Glasgow or Edinburgh - Shape the Future with Us

DWF's Major Injury & Casualty team is experiencing an exciting period of growth, and we’re looking for a Paralegal to join our Major Injury & Casualty team in Glasgow or Edinburgh.

Our team is a powerhouse, handling complex, high-value cases across motor, casualty, employer’s liability and public liability. We work with top-tier insurers, corporations, and public sector bodies, ensuring our lawyers are always at the forefront of the industry.

Responsibilities

As a Paralegal you will be responsible for assisting fee earners on files and supporting our qualified individuals on a diverse caseload for insurers pre-litigated claims from inception to resolution.

• Managing a caseload of pre-litigated claims from instruction to settlement.
• Investigating liability and gathering evidence.
• Liaising with clients, insurers, and third parties.
• Negotiating settlements and calculating damages.
• Ensuring compliance with deadlines and pre-action protocols.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential;

• Previous Paralegal experience of 6+ months is ESSENTIAL for this role.
• Previous Scotland law experience is ESSENTIAL for this role.
• Previous experience as a Paralegal in a Catastrophic Loss or Complex Loss team is advantagous.
• We will also be considered experience in the following area's - Fraud, Motor, Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), Personal Injury, Serious Injury, Large Loss, Employer’s Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), Occupiers Liability (OL), Motor Fraud, Credit Fraud, Recoveries, Abuse, Disease, etc.
• Strong communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Experience of working in a fast paced environment with a volume of claims.

What we offer?

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About Us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.