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Job Title: Personal Injury Paralegal

Location: Derby or Swadlincote
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

About Us:

We are a growing law firm with a strong reputation across the local area for handling Personal Injury (PI) and Clinical Negligence claims. Our services include work-related claims, road traffic accident claims, criminal injury compensation, slip/trip claims, uninsured/untraced driver claims, and clinical/medical negligence claims.

We are currently looking for an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to join our friendly and established team. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own caseload of small claims while also assisting senior team members with more complex cases. If you are passionate about advancing your career in PI and eager to deepen your knowledge in this area of law, this could be the perfect role for you.

Why Join Us:

We are committed to supporting the career development and well-being of our team. We foster an open and honest workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves and enjoy their work. Additionally, we offer an excellent work-life balance, and we are open to considering flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.

What We're Looking For:

Experience: Proven experience as a Paralegal in Personal Injury and/or Clinical Negligence, with the ability to manage your own PI caseload from start to conclusion.
Skills:
Experience running claims through the rapid claims portal.
Knowledge of the litigation process, including case funding.
Familiarity with producing schedules of loss, taking witness statements, quantum assessments, and advocacy is a plus.
Client Relations: Excellent phone manner with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
Personal Traits:
Friendly and approachable.
Ability to build relationships at all levels across the firm.
Collaborative approach, strong attention to detail, and a focus on ongoing learning.
IT Skills: Strong IT skills with the ability to quickly learn new systems.

Benefits:

Annual Leave: 24 days, plus bank holidays, with 2 additional days typically provided at Christmas.
Holiday Purchase: Option to purchase up to 3 additional days.
Pension: 8% pension (4% employee, 4% employer contribution).
Life Assurance: 4X salary.
Health: Medicash health cash scheme and free flu jabs.
Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme and Bereavement Support helpline.
Additional Perks: Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans, discounted will writing and conveyancing, and more.

Additional Benefits:

Bereavement leave
Company events
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Health & wellbeing programme
Paid volunteer time
Sick pay
Convenient transport linksSchedule:
Monday to Friday, with flexible hours available for part-time candidates.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive team where you can grow your career while enjoying a range of benefits. If you're looking for a role that combines professional development with a strong work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you!

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