Paralegal - Healthcare

Clyde & Co; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Clyde & Co is seeking a Paralegal in their expanding Healthcare team. The role involves supporting healthcare claims by managing files, drafting documents, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates will have a law degree and strong communication skills, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement planning

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• An undergraduate law degree or equivalent (minimum 2:1 required).
• Strong IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting fee earners on day-to-day file management.
• Assisting on healthcare claims.
• Reviewing expert evidence and preparing reports.
• Liaising with clients professionally.

Skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate law degree (2:1 minimum)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Role

Department: Healthcare

Location: Various Locations; Southampton, Bristol, Birmingham

Role: Paralegal, Permanent

The Team

Driven by the unprecedented demands of an ageing global population and growing levels of lifestyle-related chronic diseases around the world, the global healthcare sector is undergoing a period of rapid change.

Our multidisciplinary global healthcare group draws upon expertise across the firm and comprises lawyers who specialise in litigation, coroner's inquests, the Court of Protection, capacity and consent, projects and construction, real estate, corporate, insurance, intellectual property, commercial, IT, regulatory, and employment.

Our clients include public and private hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, insurance companies, healthcare suppliers and distributors, healthcare companies, private equity firms specialising in healthcare investments, health ministries, and authorities.

Our Healthcare team is expanding and focuses on NHS and private medical malpractice claims.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supporting fee earners on day-to-day file management.
2. Assisting on healthcare claims.
3. Reviewing expert evidence and preparing reports.
4. Preparing court bundles.
5. Drafting letters of instruction, requests, and instructions to Counsel.
6. Preparing briefing notes, action plans, file notes, and attendance notes.
7. Reviewing reports, statements, and other relevant documents.
8. Drafting and proofreading documents.
9. Liaising with and meeting clients professionally.
10. Conducting research and staying updated with legal and industry practices.
11. Managing deadlines with effective prioritisation.
12. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
13. Maintaining and updating files and spreadsheets.
14. Performing ad hoc tasks as required.

Essential Skills & Experience

• An undergraduate law degree or equivalent (minimum 2:1 required).
• Strong IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritise effectively.
• Previous paralegal experience is desirable but not essential.

The Firm

Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, specialising in sectors underpinning global trade and commerce, including insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade, and commodities. It operates globally, offering a range of legal services and advice to businesses worldwide. Clyde & Co is committed to diversity, inclusion, pro bono work, volunteering, charitable partnerships, and environmental responsibility. The firm employs over 4,800 partners, lawyers, legal professionals, and staff across more than 60 offices worldwide.

Our Values

• Work as one: a globally connected team with a firm-first mentality.
• Excel with clients: delivering excellence and keeping clients at the centre.
• Celebrate difference: fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity.
• Act boldly: seeking new opportunities and learning as we go.

Role Competency Requirements

Clyde & Co offers extensive development opportunities. Competencies include:

• Technical legal expertise and research skills.
• Managing legal processes efficiently.
• Guiding individual performance and team development.
• Effective teamwork and leadership.
• Building client relationships and business development.
• Financial management and project delivery.
• Knowledge sharing and personal effectiveness, including communication and clarity of thought.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, supporting community engagement, and minimizing environmental impact through initiatives like the SBTi Net-Zero standard. We offer benefits such as healthcare, retirement planning, and wellbeing programs. Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

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