Paralegal (Clinical Negligence - Liverpool)

4COM (4Communication B.V); Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Liverpool is seeking a motivated Paralegal to support its Clinical Negligence team. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, conducting legal research, and collaborating with clients. The ideal candidate will possess a Law degree, excellent communication and analytical skills, and a desire to excel in a legal environment. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and generous holiday allowances, among other benefits aimed at enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

35 days holiday per year

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Flexible, agile working environment

Qualifications

• Desire to work in clinical negligence law, preferably with some experience.
• Proven legal and forensic skills.
• Desire and ability to take direction and supervision from team leader.

Responsibilities

• Run caseload of Clinical Negligence cases under supervision.
• Liaise with clients and experts to support case progression.
• Assist in the collection and collating of medical records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good research skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Graduate with Law related degree

Professional qualification (LPC, BAR or CILEX)

Job description

Paralegal (Clinical Negligence)

Location: Liverpool / Hybrid

Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? Fletchers Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Clinical Negligence team.

As a Paralegal in the Clinical Negligence team, you will play a crucial role in supporting our solicitors and senior solicitors in delivering exceptional legal services to our clients. Your responsibilities will involve running a caseload of Clinical Negligence cases from inception to trial, always under supervision and in line with current company policies and legal requirements, accepting delegated tasks on other similar cases as directed by the Senior solicitor, conducting legal research, drafting documents, liaising with clients, medical experts and other professionals to assist the team in settling the cases.

Take your legal career further with Fletchers Group. Apply today and make a difference in people's lives!

In Return Fletchers Can Offer

• Competitive salary
• 35 hours working week
• Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
• 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, with the option to purchase up to 3 extra days holiday per year; after long service awards 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 For The Role

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

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.
• Good research skills.
• Attention to detail.
• 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.

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

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 programmes. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programmes 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. We understand and celebrate 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.