We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join our award‑winning Clinical Negligence team in Manchester. This is a phone‑based position, and entails taking instructions on the phone from new potential clients regarding their clinical negligence claims.
We support our fee earners and are looking for candidates who have experience or interest within a variety of matters in Clinical Negligence, such as obstetrics, orthopaedics, brain and spinal injury, and misdiagnosis.
A basic understanding of the framework of clinical negligence law and a passion for this area of law are essential. The ideal candidate will be confident on the phone, able to control the call, offer customer support and demonstrate empathy.
A graduate or GDL background is required. You will work alternating shifts – 8am – 4pm / 10am – 6pm.
Responsibilities
* Take client instructions on the phone regarding clinical negligence claims.
* Support fee earners by providing accurate information and documentation.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of clinical negligence matters.
* Deliver a high level of customer service and empathy throughout client interactions.
Qualifications
* Graduate or GDL qualification.
* Basic understanding of clinical negligence law.
* Strong communication skills – confident and empathetic on the phone.
* Experience or interest in obstetrics, orthopaedics, brain and spinal injury, or misdiagnosis is a plus.
Benefits
* Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office.
* 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday.
* 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
* Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 days.
* Employee Referral scheme with payments up to £2,000 per referral.
* Group Incentive Plan (Annual Bonus Scheme).
* The Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App providing annual health checks, access to Digital GP’s, mental health consultations, 2nd medical opinions and more.
* Employee Assistance Programme with free webinars and counselling sessions.
* Group Income Protection for long‑term illness or injury.
* Health and Wellbeing Programme including gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle‑to‑work scheme, meditation sessions and more.
* Life Assurance cover.
* Workplace pension.
* Benefits Hub offering discounts to over 700 services.
* Dental Insurance.
* Free legal help and discounted lawyer‑led legal services.
About Slater + Gordon
Slater + Gordon is a leading consumer law firm dedicated to giving people easier access to world‑class legal services. Our culture is built on diversity, innovation and a relentless pursuit of justice.
For further information, please contact laura.emerton@slatergordon.uk. Please note – vacancies may close prior to the expiry date displayed, subject to volume of applications received.
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