Pre-Litigated Paralegal

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Well-being programs

Competitive rewards

Job summary

DWF is seeking a Pre-Litigated Paralegal to join the Major Injury & Casualty team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. You will support fee earners on pre-litigated claims from inception to resolution, handling complex injury-related cases for insurers and clients.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong communication, and experience in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of claims. Opportunities to grow within a global legal business are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ months paralegal experience is essential.
• Scotland law experience is essential.
• Experience in Fraud, Motor, Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), Personal Injury, Serious Injury, Large Loss, Complex Loss, Catastrophic Loss, Employer's Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), Occupiers Liability (OL), Credit Fraud, Recoveries, Abuse, Disease etc. will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of pre-litigated claims from instruction to settlement.
• Investigating liability and gathering evidence.
• Liaising with clients, insurers, and third parties.
• Negotiating settlements and calculating damages.
• Ensuring compliance with deadlines and pre-action protocols.

Job description

Join DWF’s Major Injury & Casualty Team in Glasgow & Edinburgh – Shape the Future with Us

DWF is experiencing an exciting period of growth, and we’re looking for a Pre-Litigated Paralegal to join our Major Injury & Casualty team in Glasgow or Edinburgh.

Our team is a powerhouse, handling complex, high-value cases across motor, casualty, employer’s liability and public liability. We work with top-tier insurers, corporations, and public sector bodies, ensuring our lawyers are always at the forefront of the industry.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for assisting fee earners on files and supporting our qualified individuals on a diverse caseload for insurers pre-litigated claims from inception to resolution.

• Managing a caseload of pre-litigated claims from instruction to settlement.
• Investigating liability and gathering evidence.
• Liaising with clients, insurers, and third parties.
• Negotiating settlements and calculating damages.
• Ensuring compliance with deadlines and pre-action protocols.

What will help you succeed in this role? :

Essential

• Previous Paralegal experience of 6+ months is ESSENTIAL for this role.
• Previous Scotland law experience is ESSENTIALfor this role.
• Experience in the following areas will be considered - Fraud, Motor, Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), Personal Injury, Serious Injury, Large Loss, Complex Loss, Catastrophic Loss, Employer's Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), Occupiers Liability (OL), Credit Fraud, Recoveries, Abuse, Disease, etc.
• Strong communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Experience of working in a fast paced environment with a volume of claims.

What we offer? :

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

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