Paralegal (Clinical Negligence- Manchester)

Fletchers Solicitors; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dedicated Paralegal to enhance their Clinical Negligence team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support solicitors in managing a diverse caseload, from initial investigations to trial preparations. You'll engage in vital tasks such as conducting thorough legal research, drafting essential documents, and collaborating with clients and experts. The firm prides itself on fostering a positive work-life balance and offers a hybrid working environment. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact in the legal field, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and thrive in your career.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

35 Days Holiday

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Medicash Policy

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced Family Leave Schemes

Flexible Working Environment

Funded Company Social Events

Qualifications

• Graduate with a law-related degree and/or professional qualification preferred.
• Desire to work in clinical negligence law with some experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Clinical Negligence cases from inception to trial.
• Liaise with clients, experts, and other professionals to assist in case settlements.
• Conduct legal research and draft documents under supervision.

Skills

Legal Research

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Client Care Skills

Forensic Skills

Education

Law-related Degree

LPC or Route to BAR or CILEX

Job description

Paralegal (Clinical Negligence)

Location: Manchester / 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 the running of a caseload of Clinical Negligence cases from inception to trial, always under supervision and in line with current company policies and legal requirements. You will accept delegated tasks on other similar cases as directed by the Senior solicitor, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and 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 an option to purchase up to 3 extra days' holiday per year
• 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
• Monthly voucher awards

Main Responsibilities for the role:

• Ensure the delivery 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 and collating of medical records.
• Preparation of client documents such as witness statements.
• Dealing with a caseload of Clinical Negligence cases in the early stages and assisting team members with tasks.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Desire to work in this area of law and preferably some experience.
• Graduate, preferably with a 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. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations.

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.