Job Title: Clinical Negligence Paralegal
Salary Range: £23,000 to £27,000
Location: Leeds City Centre
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities:
Assist with managing a caseload of clinical negligence claims, supporting the team from the initial instruction through to resolution, whether by settlement or trial. Help with the investigation process, including reviewing medical records, liaising with medical experts, and assessing the potential of claims. Draft and prepare important legal documents such as letters of claim, witness statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss under the supervision of senior staff. Support negotiations for settlements, assisting with pre-action protocols and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods to secure the best possible outcome for clients. Assist in preparing cases for litigation, ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met in a timely manner. Provide clients with clear, empathetic updates on the progress of their claims, ensuring they feel supported and informed throughout the process. Work closely with colleagues to ensure high-quality legal services are delivered while maintaining the firm's strong reputation.
Employee Benefit Package:
1. 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
2. Holiday rising to 26 days plus bank holidays after 1 year's service
3. Holiday rising to 31 days plus bank holidays after 5 years
4. Pension scheme
5. Life Assurance Scheme (3x annual salary)
6. Discounted travel to work scheme
7. Healthcare (voluntary benefit)
8. Recruitment initiative for referrals
9. Discounted legal services
10. Free conveyancing
11. Free will drafting
12. Employee ownership scheme
13. Profit scheme
14. Bonuses
15. Hybrid working and agile working considered
About the Business:
Our client is a regionally recognised law firm with a strong presence in the local high streets. The firm holds a great reputation and boasts excellent work quality, a strong business model, and experienced professionals throughout. In addition, the medical negligence legal team has an excellent financial performance record over many years. CRA Consulting, a specialist legal recruitment agency based in Sheffield, is proud to be working with a leading law firm in Leeds as they seek to recruit an experienced Clinical Negligence Paralegal. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and driven individual to join a reputable firm that is highly regarded for its work in clinical negligence claims.
Application Criteria:
1. Prior experience as a Paralegal is essential
2. Being based locally in Leeds is essential
3. Demonstrable experience supporting & assisting with a caseload of clinical negligence or complex personal injury claims.
How to Apply:
If this Clinical Negligence Paralegal vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call for a confidential discussion.
Additional Information:
CRA Legal follows strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. This Clinical Negligence Paralegal vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process, we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.
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