RTA Litigation Paralegal

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £34,000

25 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Death in Service cover

Discounts and offers

Progression opportunities

Structured training

Job summary

William James Recruitment is assisting a leading national law firm in Manchester to recruit an RTA Litigation Paralegal. The role focuses on litigated motor claims within a busy team, handling Fast Track and Small Claims matters for insurers and other clients.

Based in Manchester with hybrid working, the successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, draft pleadings, and use MOJ/OIC portals. Excellent organisation and client-care skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims matters
• Good working knowledge of MOJ and OIC portals
• Experience handling Credit Hire claims
• Strong understanding of CPR and court procedures
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail with good legal knowledge
• Confident communicator with focus on client care
• Competent with case management systems and IT tools

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims matters
• Handling a range of personal injury, Credit Hire and liability disputes
• Conducting detailed investigations into liability, quantum and supporting evidence
• Drafting pleadings, correspondence and settlement documentation
• Using the MOJ and OIC portals to progress claims
• Liaising with clients, opponents and third parties
• Preparing files for hearings and progressing matters efficiently
• Supporting senior fee earners with complex and technical matters

Job description

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

A leading national law firm is seeking an RTA Litigation Paralegal to join its award-winning Motor team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a Paralegal with experience in litigated Motor claims to join a market-leading department, handling a varied caseload on behalf of major insurers, TPAs, self-insured organisations and commercial clients.

As an RTA Litigation Paralegal within the Manchester team, you’ll manage a mixed Fast Track and Small Claims caseload, gaining exposure to a range of liability disputes and developing your technical expertise within a highly experienced team. You’ll work alongside experienced fee earners in a collaborative and supportive environment, with clear opportunities to develop your career within Motor litigation.

The Role

• Managing a caseload of litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims matters


• Handling a range of personal injury, Credit Hire and complex liability disputes


• Conducting detailed investigations into liability, quantum and supporting evidence


• Drafting pleadings, correspondence and settlement documentation


• Using the MOJ and OIC portals to progress claims effectively


• Liaising directly with clients, opponents and third parties


• Preparing files for hearings and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently


• Supporting senior fee earners with more complex and technical matters

The Candidate

• Previous experience managing a litigated RTA Fast Track and Small Claims caseload


• Good working knowledge of the MOJ and OIC portals


• Experience handling Credit Hire claims


• Strong understanding of court procedures and the CPR


• Excellent organisational and time-management skills


• Strong attention to detail with a sound understanding of legal principles


• Confident communicator with a strong focus on client care


• Comfortable using case management systems and general IT software

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £34,000 depending on experience


• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 3 days; increasing to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years


• Company pension scheme


• Private medical insurance


• Death in Service and Critical Illness cover


• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers


• Supportive working environment with clear opportunities for progression


• Strong training and ongoing development opportunities