About Us
Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award‑winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5‑star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which our clients value highly. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business.
Paralegal – Road Traffic Accidents (RTA)
We are currently seeking an experienced RTA / OIC Personal Injury lawyer/paralegal to join our busy Personal Injury department. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of Road Traffic Accident claims, primarily handled through the Official Injury Claim (OIC) portal, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently from initial instruction through to settlement. We have high‑quality non‑CMC sources for all our work—our lawyers only deal with genuine cases. Our strict acceptance criteria for OIC claims focus on liability and likely quantum, so we only take claims at the higher end of tariff valuation.
We offer a generous commission structure: all lawyers receive a percentage of every case they win, with no hurdles or caps. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with experience in RTA claims who is looking to develop their career within a fast‑paced legal environment.
Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of RTA OIC/SCT personal injury claims from inception to settlement.
* Handle claims through the Official Injury Claim (OIC) portal and other relevant portals.
* Assess liability and review evidence relating to road traffic accidents.
* Obtain and review medical reports and other supporting documentation when required.
* Obtain necessary evidence to support and calculate general and special damages, including but not limited to loss of earnings and treatment costs.
* Negotiate settlement offers with insurance companies.
* Provide clear legal advice to clients.
* Ensure compliance with relevant pre‑action protocols and Civil Procedure Rules.
* Maintain accurate records using the firm’s case management system.
* Work to departmental targets and performance indicators.
* Prepare and draft legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements.
* Negotiate settlements and represent clients in court when necessary.
* Work in a target‑driven, fast‑paced environment.
* Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases.
* Keep up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations.
Person Specification
* Previous experience handling RTA personal injury claims.
* Knowledge of the Official Injury Claim (OIC) portal and the personal injury claims process.
* Ability to manage a high‑volume caseload and meet deadlines.
* Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload from cradle to grave.
* Knowledge of civil procedure rules, precedent, litigation trends, and willingness to utilise these to achieve the best possible outcome.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Law degree, LPC, SQE, CILEX qualification, or relevant legal experience (desirable but not essential).
* Previous exposure to Proclaim case‑management system is advantageous.
Salary & Hours
* A basic salary of £28,000, along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears.
* Standard working hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday‑Thursday and 8:30 am to 5 pm Friday.
Benefits
Hybrid Working
3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.
23 Days Holiday
Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays.
Extra Holidays
3 holiday buy‑backs and an extra day for your birthday after meeting the service length requirement.
Health & Well‑being
Private medical insurance available after 2 years’ service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme.
24/7 onsite gym, Netball/Football team, 10 km Manchester team and more.
Work‑life Balance
Active social committee with generous departmental and firm‑wide social budget.
Recruitment Process
Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario‑based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset; we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all.
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