Paralegal - Cycling Accidents team
Paralegal Cycling Accidents Team Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive, DOE Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Department: Personal Injury Cycling Accidents Are you passionate about claimant personal injury work and keen to develop your legal career in a dynamic and specialist environment? A leading Legal 500 Tier 1 Personal Injury department is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their renowned Cycling Accidents Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a respected team of lawyers dedicated to securing justice and compensation for cyclists who have suffered complex injuries as a result of road traffic and public liability accidents. The Role: Youll work collaboratively with other paralegals and support senior fee earners in handling a caseload of cycling accident claims, including fast-track, Intermediate Track and multi-track matters. You will be provided with appropriate supervision while being encouraged to work autonomously and develop your legal skill setwith a clear path to eventually managing your own caseload. Key Responsibilities: - Preparing and submitting CNFs and letters of claim - Instructing engineers to assess bike damage - Gathering evidence and supporting documentation for general and special damages - Drafting schedules of special damages and witness statements - Preparing instructions to medical experts and counsel - Drafting pleadings and court documents - Reviewing medical records and expert reports - Conducting legal research on liability and quantum - Providing written advice on liability, causation, and quantum - Liaising with clients and keeping them updated - Preparing court bundles - Managing billing and disbursements Ideal Candidate Will Have: - At least 12 months experience working on claimant personal injury files - Previous experience with cycling accident claims (RTA and PL) is highly desirable - Good working knowledge of the CPR and MOJ Portal rules - Experience of handling files through RTA and PL Portals, including Stage 3 and infant approvals - Ability to identify when cases should exit the Portal and progress as Part 7 claims - Experience in drafting pleadings and preparing evidence - Strong communication and time-management skills - An empathetic approach with a strong client service ethic - Familiarity with Proclaim Case Management System (training provided if needed) Benefits Include: - Minimum 25 days annual leave (increases with length of service) plus Christmas closure - SMART pension scheme - Travel insurance for you and eligible family members - Death in service benefit (3x basic salary) - Private medical insurance (with option to add family members) - Income protection cover (up to 75% of salary) - Interest-free travel pass or parking loan - One-hour early finish one Friday a month - Two charity days per year with a range of volunteer opportunities - Active social calendar including sports teams, clubs, and firm-wide events - Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support - Open annual promotion process - Generous work and employee referral schemes Apply now to take the next step in your personal injury career and become part of a team that is truly passionate about making a difference in the lives of injured cyclists. For more information or a confidential chat about this opportunity, please contact Chris on 0161 914 7357 or send an updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk