We have a rare and exiting progression opportunity for an experienced Paralegal to join our Personal Injury Team. In this pivotal role, you will provide crucial support to our Fee Earners handling personal injury cases. Key Responsibilities: Liaising with clients on behalf of Fee Earners To m anaging own task list effectively, ensuring that deadlines are met Assist Fee E arners with a range of tasks as necessary, such as a ssisting with drafting and collation of documents, e nsuring initial documents are signed and correct, a dministration tasks, l iaising with medical agency to arrange medical appointments as necessary Holding /attending tele-conferences between legal staff and third parties Explaining legal process/court documents/medical reports to clients and/or carers Attending conferences with counsel/court Providing regular updates to client/third parties Assisting with the recovery of costs/settlements from third parties Supports M anager’s role by completing any requests or work when requested Any other tasks as directed by Manager or Fee Earner Ideal Candidate: At least one years' prior experience as a Paralegal, ideally within Personal Injury Previous experience using a case management system, ideally Proclaim Have a 'can do', positive attitude and willingness to help others Why Optimal? We want our clients to think of us as ‘their Solicitors’. For our client base, we aim to be their first and only choice of legal representative. Benefits: Remote role with office attendance once per month following successful probation/training. Flexi-time (core working hours are 10am-4pm - you choose your start and finish time between 8am-6pm) Highly competitive salary - negotiable for the right candidate 31 days annual leave (including 8 days bank holiday) Opportunity to buy an additional 5 days annual leave Time off in lieu Time off for birthday Pension Company events Successful candidates are subject to security checks which include - references, RTW (right to work in the UK). Please advise if you require any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.