Paralegal – Cycling Accident Claims | Personal Injury
📍 Manchester (Hybrid – 2 days WFH after onboarding)
💼 Claimant Personal Injury | Fast, Intermediate & Multi-Track
🕒 Full-time | Permanent
We’re working in partnership with a highly regarded, Legal 500 Tier 1 Personal Injury team in Manchester as they seek an experienced Paralegal to join their specialist Cycling Accidents team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and capable PI paralegal to join a leading claimant practice that handles high-quality, often complex cycling accident claims. You’ll work closely with respected senior fee earners on fast, intermediate, and multi-track cases — and for the right candidate, there’s a genuine opportunity to step up and run your own caseload in time.
The Role:
You’ll assist senior lawyers and other paralegals across the full lifecycle of RTA and public liability cycling accident claims — including:
* Drafting CNFs, letters of claim, court documents, schedules, and witness statements
* Preparing instructions to counsel and medical experts
* Reviewing and collating medical records and expert reports
* Conducting liability and quantum research
* Liaising with clients, experts, and third parties
* Preparing bundles and handling disbursement payments
* Investigating prospects of success and assisting with issuing Stage 3 proceedings
* Identifying when matters should be removed from the MOJ Portal
* Supporting transition of files from Portal to Part 7 fee earners
What You’ll Need:
✅ 12+ months' experience handling Claimant PI files (cycling/RTA/PL claims preferred)
✅ Confident understanding of CPR and Portal rules
✅ Experience handling claims through MOJ Portal Stages 1–3
✅ Ability to draft pleadings and manage pre-litigation steps
✅ Strong communication and time management skills
✅ A client-centred, empathetic approach with strong attention to detail
🔧 Proclaim experience is a bonus — full training provided
What’s On Offer:
* Hybrid working after onboarding (2 days from home)
* Clear career progression, including the chance to manage your own files
* Exceptional training and mentorship from a Legal 500 Tier 1 team
* Supportive, sociable working culture
* Competitive salary + full benefits
Including:
✔ 25+ days holiday + Christmas closure
✔ Private Medical Insurance
✔ Income Protection & Life Assurance
✔ Travel insurance
✔ Paid charity leave + sports & social events
✔ Enhanced pension scheme
✔ Interest-free travel/parking loans
Interested in building your career with one of the most respected claimant PI teams in the UK? Contact Martin at Medlock Partners for a confidential discussion.