Paralegal - Disease Team - Newcastle

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global law firm as a Paralegal in the Disease Team, where you will manage a diverse caseload of employers' liability and disease claims. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal skills while working in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. You will be responsible for drafting court documents, negotiating settlements, and providing expert advice to clients. With a commitment to professional development, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in law. Embrace the chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in legal services.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Undergraduate law degree required, ideally with paralegal experience in personal injury litigation.
• High level of accuracy and excellent organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated claims up to £100,000.
• Draft Court documents and negotiate settlements.
• Assess liability and prepare reports/advice.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Assertiveness

Ability to work under pressure

Willingness to learn

Education

Undergraduate law degree or equivalent

Job description

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Paralegal - Disease Team - Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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Yes

Job Reference:

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29

Posted:

24.03.2025

Expiry Date:

08.05.2025

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of litigated Fast Track and Multi-Track employers' liability and disease liability claims up to a value of £100,000.
• Drafting of Court documents within the Civil Procedure.
• Instruction of Counsel and experts where appropriate.
• Assessing liability and quantum and preparing reports/advice.
• Making and responding to offers and negotiating settlement of both liability and quantum as and when necessary.
• Managing client MI expectations and SLA requirements.
• Negotiating fixed recoverable costs and disbursements.
• An undergraduate law degree or equivalent.
• Previous paralegal experience within personal injury litigation (Defendant or Claimant), ideally with an EL/Disease background.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently by managing time in a fast-paced environment.
• A professional manner with the ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Assertive and confident with a "can do" attitude to work.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills/knowledge.

The Firm

Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, specialising in the sectors that underpin global trade and commercial activity, namely: insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade and commodities. It is globally integrated, offering a comprehensive range of contentious and non-contentious legal services and commercially-minded legal advice to businesses operating across the world. Clyde & Co is committed to operating in a responsible way. This means progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of its communities and clients, using its legal skills to support its communities through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment. The firm has 480 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals and 5000 people overall in over 60 offices and associated offices worldwide.

In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. Within our friendly department you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.

Clyde & Co is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and are proud to be a Top 50 Inclusive Employer.

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Created on 24/03/2025 by TN United Kingdom