Paralegal Fee Earner Personal Injury, Bristol

Chadwick Nott - South West and South Wales; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal practice in Bristol is seeking a Paralegal Fee Earner to manage personal injury claims in a hybrid work setting. This role involves handling a varied caseload and ensuring compliance with service standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in personal injury matters and strong communication skills. Excellent career development prospects and supportive team culture are provided.

Benefits

Excellent prospects for career development

Supportive and inclusive team culture

Commitment to high standards of service

Qualifications

• Experience managing personal injury caseloads.
• Familiar with MOJ Portal processes and Fast Track claims.
• Ability to investigate liability in road traffic accident claims.

Responsibilities

• Managing personal injury claims efficiently and independently.
• Pursuing claims up to £25,000.
• Handling pre- and post-litigation stages.

Skills

Managing personal injury caseloads

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Legal research skills

Team collaboration

Education

Law degree, CILEx or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Paralegal Fee Earner - Personal Injury - Bristol - Fast Track Claims

Location: Bristol (Hybrid)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: Up to £30,000

A well-established legal practice is seeking a Paralegal Fee Earner to join its Personal Injury team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload involving vulnerable road users and head injury claims, within a collaborative and client-focused environment.

The Role

This fee-earning position involves handling a broad range of personal injury matters. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own caseload of personal injury claims efficiently and independently
• Pursuing claims up to £25,000 through and outside of the MOJ Portal
• Handling pre- and post-litigation stages using a case management system
• Communicating with clients, insurers, expert witnesses, and solicitors
• Attending weekly risk assessment meetings
• Managing client expectations and resolving complaints in line with company policy
• Ensuring compliance with service standards and internal procedures

Areas of Experience

The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Handling and valuing claimant personal injury cases
• MOJ Portal processes and Fast Track claims
• Investigating liability in road traffic accident claims
• Technical claims handling, including litigation
• Working with case management systems and meeting service level agreements

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a Paralegal Fee Earner with:

• Experience managing personal injury caseloads
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and legal research abilities
• A collaborative and proactive approach to team work
• Law degree, CILEx, or equivalent qualification (desirable but not essential)

Please note: A successful offer of employment is subject to a basic credit check and DBS check.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

• Excellent prospects for career development
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Commitment to high standards of service and professional growth

Contact

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed | LinkedIn

[e-mail]

0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*