About Us
Belmont Solicitors is a law firm specialising in personal injury claims. It is a multi-national practice with offices based in Glasgow, Scotland and Preston, England.
We are expanding our pre-litigation team in Preston and are looking for a proactive and organised Paralegal to join our team and manage a pre-litigation Road Traffic Accident (RTA) caseload.
The Role
As a Paralegal in our RTA team, you will:
* Manage a caseload of pre-litigation RTA claims from start to conclusion/litigation.
* Communicate with clients, insurers, and other parties primarily over the phone.
* Draft and issue correspondence, settlement letters, and legal documentation.
* Prepare claims for potential litigation and assist solicitors with case preparation.
* Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with firm procedures and regulatory requirements.
* Provide excellent client care and support throughout the claims process.
This is a fully office-based role, requiring excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy legal environment.
Requirements
* Previous experience as a Paralegal or legal assistant, preferably in personal injury or RTA claims.
* Strong phone communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships professionally.
* Ability to manage a caseload effectively, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines.
* Excellent attention to detail and administrative skills.
* Proficiency in MS Office
Desirable skills
· Proficiency using the case management system Proclaim.
* Good knowledge of pre-litigation RTA procedures and documentation.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary.
* Training and professional development opportunities.
* Supportive and friendly office environment.
* Opportunity to develop a career in law.
* Excellent and achievable bonus structure; this is uncapped and performance- based on achieving set individual targets.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £24,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person