Paralegal – Motor & Casualty Claims Specialist

Forbes Solicitors; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Health care benefits

Company pension

Annual events

Job summary

Forbes Solicitors LLP, based in Manchester, is seeking a Paralegal to join the Insurance (Motor / Casualty Claims) team. The role is full-time, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, and involves assisting qualified advisors with RTA/EL/PL claims and handling a caseload of low-level defendant insurance claims.

You will draft documents, carry out legal research, attend meetings and maintain accurate case files while delivering high-quality client service and ensuring deadlines are met.

Qualifications

• Law degree or other legal level 6 qualifications such as CILEX.
• Previous paralegal/legal assistant experience.
• Demonstrates attention to detail in proofreading and editing of legal documents.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with colleagues.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to use multiple platforms and case management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients and colleagues.
• Team-focused attitude and desire to help the department meet its objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective support to Advisors through chargeable work and help deliver services for clients.
• Ensure timely progress of matters, prioritise work, monitor deadlines and keep clients informed.
• Draft and prepare legal documents requiring analysis and input.
• Provide legal advice under supervision to resolve queries and progress cases.
• Assess client queries and file notes to identify actions and needed advice.
• Attend external meetings and events such as hearings, court appearances and client meetings.
• Maintain systems and documents with client and case information.
• Conduct legal research and write high-quality articles for internal/external publication.
• Manage regular client communications, set expectations and chase responses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Law degree or Level 6 qualification (CILEX)

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Forbes Solicitors LLP, based in Manchester, is seeking a Paralegal to join the Insurance (Motor / Casualty Claims) team. The role is full-time, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, and involves assisting qualified advisors with RTA/EL/PL claims and handling a caseload of low-level defendant insurance claims.

You will draft documents, carry out legal research, attend meetings and maintain accurate case files while delivering high-quality client service and ensuring deadlines are met.