Job Description
Law Firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Paralegal/Litigation Executive to join their Volume Motor Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong organisation skills and experience handling fast track and small claims RTA files to join a leading global law firm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle fast track and small claims RTA files. - Deal with all procedural matters from issue through to trial. - Assess claims for special damages. - Draft all pleadings. - Demonstrate the ability to value personal injury using JC Guidelines and case law. - Negotiate settlement where appropriate using persuasive arguments. - Have strong telephone negotiation skills. - Prepare witness statements for use in court proceedings, taken via telephone call or video call. - Liaise with other professionals such as claimant's solicitors, counsel, courts, brokers, policyholders and the insurer clients. - Ensure all Management Information is completed timely and accurately. - Adhere to client SLA requirements in terms of reporting and updates. - Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail. - The ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently by managing time in a fast pace environment. - A Professional manner with the ability to build relationship internally and externally. - Minimum of 12 months previous experience running a RTA caseload.
The successful candidate will also have access to a range of learning and development opportunities within the friendly department, designed to support their ongoing progression.
Law Firm
The law firm, Clyde & Co, is a leading global firm specialising in the sectors of insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade and commodities. With a global reach and a comprehensive range of legal services, they are committed to responsible and inclusive practices, supporting their communities through pro bono work and minimising their impact on the environment. The firm has a strong team of over 5000 people in over 60 offices worldwide.
Our Values:
- Work as one: We are a globally connected team, working together with a firm-first mentality to achieve success. - Excel with clients: We aim high and challenge ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them at the centre of everything we do. - Celebrate difference: We help each other to be at our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement. - Act boldly: We seek new opportunities, take action and continuously learn, recognising that curiosity drives our development and contributes to growth.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary. - Hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days at home. - Pension scheme. - Maternity and paternity pay. - Holiday purchase. - Season ticket loan. - Cycle to work scheme. - Gym subsidy.
H1: Experienced Paralegal/Litigation Executive Opportunity at Leading Law Firm in Manchester H2: Join our Volume Motor Team
Introduction: - Seeking an experienced Paralegal/Litigation Executive to join our Volume Motor Team at a leading global law firm in Manchester - Key responsibilities include handling fast track and small claims RTA files, drafting pleadings, negotiating settlements, and liaising with other professionals - Essential skills include strong organisation, attention to detail, and previous experience running a RTA caseload
Law Firm: - Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, specialising in insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade and commodities - Committed to responsible practices and supporting communities through pro bono work - Strong team of over 5000 people in over 60 offices worldwide
Our Values: - Work as one: Globally connected team with a firm-first mentality - Excel with clients: Aim high and deliver excellence for clients - Celebrate difference: Embrace diversity for greater achievement - Act boldly: Seek new opportunities, take action, and continuously learn
Benefits: - Competitive salary - Hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days at home - Pension scheme - Maternity and paternity pay - Holiday purchase - Season ticket loan - Cycle to work scheme - Gym subsidy
Conclusion: - If you have the necessary experience and skills, apply now to join our team - Access to learning and development opportunities for ongoing progression - Join a responsible and inclusive organisation committed to its people and communities.
