RTA Litigation Paralegal

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Private medical insurance

Death in Service / Critical Illness

Retail discounts

Training and progression

Long term career development

Job summary

William James Recruitment is recruiting for an RTA Litigation Paralegal in Manchester. A leading national firm is seeking to join its award-winning Manchester Motor team to handle a varied caseload of litigated Motor matters for insurers, TPAs, self-insured organisations and commercial clients.

You will manage an RTA Fast Track and Small Claims caseload, work with MOJ/OIC portals, draft pleadings, support senior fee earners, and develop expertise in liability disputes.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims caseload.
• Solid knowledge of MOJ and OIC portals.
• Experience handling Credit Hire claims.
• Understanding of CPR and court procedures.
• Strong organisation and time management.
• High attention to detail and legal insight.
• Confident communicator with excellent client care.
• Proficient with case management systems and IT.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims matters.
• Handle personal injury, credit hire and liability disputes.
• Investigate liability, quantum and evidence details.
• Draft pleadings, correspondence and settlement documents.
• Work with MOJ and OIC portals.
• Liaise with clients, opponents and third parties.
• Prepare files for hearings and progress cases efficiently.
• Support senior fee earners on complex matters.

Skills

RTA caseload experience

MOJ/OIC portals

Credit Hire

Court procedures CPR

Organisation

Attention to detail

Client communication

Case management IT

Job description

RTA Litigation Paralegal – Manchester – Hybrid – Up to £34,000

A leading National firm is seeking an RTA Litigation Paralegal to join its award‑winning Manchester Motor team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a varied caseload of litigated Motor matters within a market‑leading department acting for major insurers, TPAs, self‑insured organisations and commercial clients.

As an RTA Litigation Paralegal in the Manchester team, you’ll manage a mixed Fast Track and Small Claims caseload, gain exposure to complex liability disputes, and work within a collaborative, well‑established team known for its technical expertise and supportive culture.

The Role

• Managing a caseload of litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims matters
• Handling personal injury, credit hire and complex liability disputes
• Conducting detailed investigations into liability, quantum and evidence
• Drafting pleadings, correspondence and settlement documentation
• Working with the MOJ and OIC portals
• Liaising directly with clients, opponents and third parties
• Preparing files for hearings and progressing cases efficiently
• Supporting senior fee earners on more complex matters

The Candidate

• Experience managing a litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims caseload
• Solid working knowledge of the MOJ and OIC portals
• Experience handling Credit Hire claims
• Good understanding of court procedures and the CPR
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• High attention to detail and strong legal insight
• Confident communicator with excellent client care skills
• Comfortable using case management systems and general IT

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £34,000 depending on experience
• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increases to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service
• Company Pension
• Private medical insurance
• Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
• Supportive working environment with clear progression
• Strong training and development opportunities