Senior Paralegal

Horwich Farrelly

Liverpool

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (rising to 30)

Life Insurance

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Scheme

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Discounted Gym Membership

Faculty of Digital GP services

Flu & Eyecare Vouchers

Job summary

Horwich Farrelly in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Paralegal - Litigation Executive to join the Catastrophic and Complex Injury team. The role focuses on handling large loss RTA claims and supporting senior lawyers.

You will work in a hybrid setup, manage case load valued between £50,000 and £250,000, meet deadlines, liaise with clients, insurers, and experts, and contribute to a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Experience supporting litigation teams and handling large loss claims.
Strong organisational skills with ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple files.

Responsibilities

Conduct a caseload of mainly litigated RTA claims on behalf of major motor insurers.
Managing and complying with court timetables; preparing/reviewing evidence.
Advising clients on tactics and reserves; drafting court documents.
Interviewing witnesses and maintaining strong client relationships; ensuring SLAs are met.

Skills

Litigation support

Caseload management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Senior Paralegal - Litigation Executive

Hybrid

People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal / Litigation Executive to work within the Catastrophic and Complex Injury department (CCI) in our Liverpool office. Working as part of a team is a great opportunity for someone to progress their career at HF. The role will primarily involve handling large loss claims arising from road traffic accidents.

Your main role will be to handle a caseload of RTA claims with damages valued between £50,000 and £250,000. You may also be required to assist senior lawyers in the team on higher value claims.

You will be working as part of a team of experienced professionals in an engaging and driven environment. This will be a stimulating and rewarding role as not only do we promote strong relationships and results for our clients, we also promote strong working relationships within the team.

The Main Responsibilities:

To conduct a case load of mainly litigated RTA claims on behalf of major motor insurers, with a value of between £50,000 and £250,000
Managing and complying with court timetables
Preparing/reviewing evidence
Dealing with extensive disclosure
Advising clients on tactics and reserves
Drafting court documents
Attending conferences with experts/clients/counsel
Attending court/telephone hearings and representing the client at hearings where appropriate
Interviewing witnesses to obtain witness statements
Maintaining strong working relationships with clients, ensuring deadlines and SLAs are met
To collect and update accurate MI
Maintaining high standards of professional conduct while achieving agreed financial, operational and other performance targets
Exhibit and promote a high level of technical competence

Other responsibilities:

In addition, the job holder is required to perform other responsibilities assigned by the management as and when required which are not exhaustive.

You will:

Have relevant experience of conducting a caseload of mainly litigated large loss RTA claims.
Have strong organisational skills and an ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Be a good communicator and enjoy building relationships
Be able to provide clear and concise advice
Wish to learn new skills and acquire technical expertise
Work well in a team and under supervision
Excellent attention to detail, negotiation and analytical skills
Not be afraid to question and challenge information and evidence put forward by the parties (and their representatives) in a case
Have a commercial awareness to legal issues
Be flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of clients' business

What's in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you'd expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

You’ll enjoy: