About the role
For your first five weeks at Express Solicitors, you will be in a training suite where you receive bespoke training on black‑letter law, soft skills, and case management. Following this solid foundation, you will join your designated department and begin working as a Litigation Assistant.
You will assist an existing fee earner on their case load, engaging directly with legal tasks and liaising with clients.
What we offer you
* 12 weeks of tailored training to ensure you’re a successful Paralegal.
* Three appraisals per year and weekly meetings with your supervisor to guide you.
* Salary – £27,500 per annum.
* Hours – 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Monday – Thursday with a 5 pm finish on Friday (39.5 hours).
* Hybrid Working.
* 23 days holiday, rising to 26 days plus bank/public holidays.
* Three holiday buy‑backs and an extra day for your birthday after the service length requirement.
* Looking after your health – 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.
What are we looking for?
* Aspiring Personal Injury Paralegals with strong legal academic achievements (LLB, GDL, LLM, LPC, SQE or equivalent).
* Must be able to commence full‑time employment on 15 June 2026.
* Annual leave cannot be approved in the first 12 weeks due to training delivery.
* Closing date for applications is 1 June 2026.
* No legal work experience necessary.
* Passionate about being a lawyer and helping injured people.
Location
South Court, 1 Sharston Road, Manchester, M22 4SN
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