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We are recruiting - Paralegal/NQ Solicitor with MT Experience

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We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal with experience in Multi-Track cases, preferably someone with an interest in obtaining a training contract or a Newly Qualified Solicitor with experience in Multi-Track cases.


The role will be to work under the supervision of a Director and Partner and in line with current company policies and legal requirements. To accept delegated tasks as directed.


Salary commensurate with experience.


We offer flexible hybrid working from home and from our work hub based at our offices in Wilmslow.


Applications are welcome from candidates with experience working within the Personal Injury arena, only.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Ensure cases are progressed in a timely, efficient and proactive manner.


  • Liaising with clients, experts, barristers, third party solicitors as necessary.


  • Dealing with all aspects of pre and post issue procedures in a timely and cost-effective manner. Pursuing cases to conclusion.


  • Ensuring all actions as per Proclaim Action List are completed in a timely fashion.


  • Reviewing and summarising medical and personnel records.


  • Maintaining client files in good order in accordance with Lexcel requirements.


  • Managing a Proclaim task list in a timely manner.


  • Accurate time recording.


  • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases.


  • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly.


ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:


  • We envisage the successful candidate to have experience dealing with a broad range of matters.


  • You should be able to handle a caseload autonomously and be confident undertaking advocacy.


  • Clear understanding and application of clinical negligence law and protocols.


  • Attention to detail.


  • Excellent client care skills to include a good telephone manner.


  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.


  • Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines.


  • Ability to form and execute case planning and strategies.


  • Keen analytical skills.


  • Good organisational skills and able to effectively prioritise.


  • Ability to form and execute case planning and strategies.


  • Experience in using Proclaim is preferable but not necessary.


  • Experience in supervision.


  • Desire to work in a small team environment with a senior solicitors and others.


  • Desire to contribute to the growth and development of a dynamic team.


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