Senior Paralegal – CICA Personal Injury Claims

Irwin Mitchell; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + extended leave

Annual pay & bonus review

Health & wellbeing support

Pension arrangements

Volunteer days

Discounts & lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Irwin Mitchell in the UK is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) team. You will support clients pursuing compensation claims and work alongside CICA Fee Earners to deliver compassionate, efficient service.

You will manage a busy caseload, maintain accurate records and communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders. Experience in Personal Injury or related claimant litigation is desirable; strong organisation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a caseload within Personal Injury, Serious Injury, Abuse, Clinical Negligence, Criminal Injuries Compensation or other claimant litigation environments.
• Demonstrable ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload with deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including sensitive client interactions.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate case records.
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking responsibility for tasks.
• Experience delivering high-quality client service in challenging circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Support clients pursuing compensation claims through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA).
• Work alongside CICA Claims Fee Earners to manage a busy caseload and deadlines.
• Maintain high standards of client service and professional communications.

Skills

Caseload management

Prioritisation

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Client service

Job description

Irwin Mitchell in the UK is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) team. You will support clients pursuing compensation claims and work alongside CICA Fee Earners to deliver compassionate, efficient service.

You will manage a busy caseload, maintain accurate records and communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders. Experience in Personal Injury or related claimant litigation is desirable; strong organisation and teamwork are essential.