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Paralegal (Clinical Negligence - Leeds)

Fletchers Group

Leeds

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GBP 25,000 - 32,000

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Job summary

Join Fletchers Solicitors as a Clinical Negligence Paralegal, where you will manage legal cases, conduct research, and liaise with various stakeholders. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth. Enjoy a flexible working model and attractive benefits including a bonus scheme and 35 days holiday annually.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

35 days holiday a year

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Medicash policy for medical expenses

Flexible working environment

Monthly voucher awards

Qualifications

Desire to work in clinical negligence law, preferably with some experience.
Good interpersonal skills and a strong service ethos.
Ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of clinical negligence cases under supervision.
Conduct legal research and draft documents while liaising with clients and experts.
Ensure timely progression of cases and assistance in collection of medical records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Client care skills

Education

Law related degree

LPC or route to BAR or CILEX

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join Fletchers Solicitors as a Clinical Negligence Paralegal!

Are you ready to kickstart or grow your legal career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We’re looking for a Paralegal to join our highly regarded Clinical Negligence team.

In this pivotal role, you’ll work closely with our solicitors and senior solicitors, managing a caseload of clinical negligence cases under supervision. From legal research and drafting documents to liaising with clients, medical experts, and professionals, you’ll play an integral part in delivering exceptional legal services and achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

If you’re proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to develop your expertise in clinical negligence law, this is your opportunity to thrive in a forward-thinking firm that values your growth.

Please note that this role requires a minimum attendance of 1 day in the office per week and we are not looking for fully remote candidates.

Start your journey with Fletchers Solicitors today!

In Return Fletchers Can Offer

35 hours working week.
Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment
Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option.
Life Assurance Policy
Medicash policy to cover some Dental, optical, and other medical expenses.
Company sick pay
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and IVF schemes
Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)
Monthly voucher awards

Main Responsibilities

Ensure the delivery for yourself of all KPI targets set by the firm.
Ensure cases are progressed in a timely, efficient, and proactive manner.
Liaising with clients, experts, barristers, third party solicitors and insurers as directed.
Dealing with all aspects of pre and post issue procedures under supervision in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Ensuring all actions as per Proclaim Action List are completed in a timely fashion.
Accurate time recording.
Maintaining client files in good order in accordance with Lexcel and other quality assurance requirements.
Reporting to Senior Lawyer as required.
Assisting in the collection of & collating of medical records
Preparation of client documents such as witness statements
Dealing with a caseload of Clinical Negligence cases in the early stages & assisting team members with tasks etc

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Desire to work in this area of law and preferably some experience
Graduate, preferably with Law related degree and / or professional qualification such as LPC or route to BAR or CILEX
Desire and ability to take direction and supervision from team leader
Proven legal and forensic skills
Keen analytical skills
Good organisational skills
Excellent people skills and service ethos
Ability to influence at all levels
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines.
Excellent Client Care Skills.

About Fletchers Solicitors

Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Situated in the North-West of the UK, our offices are located in Manchester, Liverpool, Southport, Leeds, Bolton, and Cambridge. Many of our colleagues enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements. We offer a great work-life balance, attractive benefits, apprenticeship or training contract opportunities, and avenues for internal progression. Currently, approximately 10% of our colleagues participate in apprenticeships or training contracts, marking a milestone for us as we continue to improve our Learning & Development programs. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programs for senior lawyers and established the Fletchers Foundation to support those who have suffered injuries.

Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive. Fletchers understand and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.

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