Personal Injury Paralegal (Cycling)

Clayton legal; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester is seeking a passionate Paralegal to join their Cycling Personal Injury Team. The successful candidate will assist with personal injury claims while receiving high-quality supervision and a chance for career development. The role offers a supportive environment with a focus on client care and professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus office closure over Christmas

SMART pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Interest-free travel pass/parking loan

Monthly early finish on Friday

Two paid charity days per year

Access to wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in claimant personal injury matters.
• Experience with RTA and Public Liability claims preferred.
• Understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and MOJ Portal.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing cycling accident claims (RTA and Public Liability).
• Prepare and submit CNFs and letters of claim.
• Draft court documents and manage billing.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Client care

Proactive approach

Empathy

Tools

Proclaim

Job description

Paralegal: Cycling Personal Injury Team (Legal 500 Tier 1 Department)
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive, plus excellent benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you passionate about personal injury law and keen to develop your legal career with a top-tier team? This is an exciting opportunity to join a Legal 500 Tier 1 Personal Injury department, working alongside highly regarded lawyers who are dedicated to securing justice for cyclists who have suffered often complex injuries.

Youll be part of a friendly and collaborative team, assisting senior fee earners with fast-track, Intermediate and multi-track cycling accident claims.

The role offers high-quality supervision, autonomy, and a genuine path for career development with the opportunity to manage your own caseload in the future.

Key Responsibilities:


- Assisting with the day-to-day management of cycling accident claims (RTA and Public Liability).
- Preparing and submitting CNFs and letters of claim.
- Instructing engineers for bike damage reports.
- Obtaining supporting documentation for general and special damages.
- Drafting schedules of special damages and witness statements.
- Preparing instructions to medical experts and counsel.
- Drafting court documents and reviewing medical records and reports.
- Researching case law and preparing advice on liability, causation, and quantum.
- Liaising with clients and keeping them updated on case progress.
- Preparing court bundles and managing billing/disbursement payments.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:


- A minimum of 12 months experience working on claimant personal injury matters.
- Previous exposure to RTA and Public Liability claims, ideally cycling-related.
- Solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and MOJ Portal process.
- Experience with Stage 1, 2, and 3 Portal files including infant approval hearings.
- Confidence in preparing Part 7 pleadings and identifying cases to be removed from the Portal.
- Strong time management, communication, and client care skills.
- A proactive and empathetic approach to client interaction.
- Familiarity with Proclaim (desirable but not essential training provided).

Whats on Offer:


- A minimum of 25 days holiday (increasing with service) plus office closure over Christmas.
- SMART pension scheme and income protection (up to 75% of salary).
- Private medical insurance and death-in-service cover.
- Interest-free travel pass/parking loan.
- Monthly early finish on a Friday.
- Two paid charity days per year with many events and causes to support.
- Access to wellbeing support including an EAP and Mental Health First Aiders.
- Sports and hobby clubs, social events, and professional development opportunities.
- Transparent annual promotions process and employee referral schemes.

To apply, please send your updated CV to [e-mail] or call 0161 914 7357 for a confidential discussion.