Serious Injury Paralegal - Reed : Job Details

We are seeking a highly motivated Paralegal to join our clients Serious and Catastrophic Injury team. This role involves providing essential support to a senior solicitor handling high-value, complex personal injury claims. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a genuine interest in serious injury litigation who are looking to advance their legal careers within a diligent and supportive environment.

• Assist the senior solicitor with the management of a caseload of complex serious injury claims, including brain, spinal, amputation, and polytrauma cases.
• Draft legal documents such as witness statements, instructions to counsel, schedules of loss, and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and assist in the preparation of case strategies.
• Liaise professionally and empathetically with clients, experts, counsel, insurers, and third parties.
• Prepare and organise case files, disclosure documents, trial bundles, and other necessary documentation.
• Attend client meetings, conferences with counsel, and court hearings as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case management records, ensuring compliance with both internal and external policies and procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the senior solicitor as required.

• Previous experience in a personal injury or serious injury legal environment preferred.
• Experience with catastrophic or multi-track personal injury cases is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and competence in drafting legal documents.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deal sensitively and empathetically with clients.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications; familiarity with case management systems is a plus.
• CILEX qualifications are desirable but not essential.

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with a holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Hybrid working model to support work-life balance.
• Volunteering days and matched giving for personal charity fundraising.
• Medicash cash plan, including health benefits and wellbeing tools.
• Life Assurance Scheme (4x salary) and a comprehensive pension scheme.
• Active network of Wellbeing Champions and access to mental health support.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Funded social events and a 'Dress for Your Day' policy.

To apply for this Paralegal position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in this role.