We are currently looking for a motivated Paralegal to join our team in our Bristol office. As a Paralegal, you will assist senior team members who deal with a range of high‑value files (up to £20 million), including injuries of utmost severity.
For this role we welcome applications from graduates seeking their first full‑time legal role, as well as experienced paralegals looking to take the next step in their career.
This role offers a hybrid working pattern from our Bristol office, with 2–3 days per week in the office.
Responsibilities
* Assist senior members of the team with the progression of personal injury cases through the litigation process, including assisting with disclosure, witness and expert evidence and preparing for trials/JSMs.
* Act as a trusted member of the team whilst taking responsibility of tasks, including updating files, reviewing confidential records and liaising with third parties.
* Engage with clients and other stakeholders to gather and organise information.
* Provide administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the legal team.
* Action cases in line with the department's and client's service standards and protocols.
Qualifications
Essential
* A genuine interest OR practical experience handling a defendant caseload, including Employer’s Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), personal injury, or catastrophic injury work.
* Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively while working to deadlines.
* Basic to intermediate IT skills, including confident keyboard use and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with a range of stakeholders.
* A flexible approach, with a willingness to learn and engage in training and development opportunities.
* Well‑developed administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to manage workloads efficiently.Ability to work to agreed service levels and deadlines.
* High attention to detail, with the ability to accurately review files and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Desirable
* Experience working within a busy commercial or professional services environment.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you’re excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.
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