Serious Injury Paralegal, Manchester, Hybrid Working

Alderstonesolicitors; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Serious Injury Paralegal to join its dynamic team in Manchester. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work on significant cases involving brain and spinal injuries, providing essential support to clients who have faced physical or psychological challenges. With a focus on personal development, you will collaborate with experienced solicitors and paralegals in a nurturing environment. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by serious injuries, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your legal career while contributing to meaningful work.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Supportive Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Opportunities for Personal Development

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury law and legal procedures is essential.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior lawyers and manage a modest case load under supervision.
• Interview clients and analyze complex legal documents.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of Personal Injury Laws

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Research and Analytical Skills

Empathy

Understanding of GDPR

Understanding of Anti-Money Laundering

Driving Licence

Education

Law Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Legal Software

Research Tools

Job description

Serious Injury Paralegal, Manchester, Hybrid Working

6 April, 2023

Serious Injury Paralegal, Manchester, Hybrid Working

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Serious Injury Paralegal to join our Serious Injury team.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full Time)
Closing Date: On-going
Salary: Competitive
Location: Hybrid working with main office in Manchester

Our growing team is on the lookout for a newly qualified Serious Injury Paralegal searching for the next step in their law career.

This is a fantastic chance to work directly with the clients on quality cases such as brain injuries, spinal injuries, fatal cases and pro-bono cases.

If this sounds like you, you’ll play a crucial role in assisting clients who have suffered from physical or psychological harm. You’ll join a nurturing and hard-working team of Serious Injury and Clinical Negligence specialists including solicitors, paralegals and secretaries.

Who we're looking for?

• A highly organised individual with the ability to organise their own workload
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• A person with knowledge of personal injury laws and legal procedures
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in legal software and research tools
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Empathetic approach towards clients
• A good understanding of GDPR and Anti-Money Laundering
• An enthusiasm for learning and personal development
• The ideal candidate will have a driving licence

What you'll do

• Assist senior lawyers and handle a modest case load of your own under close supervision
• Attend court hearings (with counsel and on an observation only basis)
• Interview clients, witnesses, and medical professionals to obtain relevant information and testimonies
• Analyze complex legal documents, including medical records, police reports, and insurance policies
• Compassionately communicate with clients
• Quantify personal injury and clinical negligence claims
• Negotiate and communicate with third parties such as insurers and other solicitor firms

At Alderstone we support a hybrid and flexible approach to working hours. Your time will be split between working from our Salford office and working from home.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those who have experienced life-changing injuries due to personal injury. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to grow and develop your legal career.