Job type: Permanent, full-time Paralegal – Personal Injury Team – Southampton Lester Aldridge has an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated Paralegal to join our friendly Southampton-based PI team. We are passionate about helping clients who have been involved in accidents, helping them to recover compensation for the injuries and losses they have suffered. We support clients and families from the initial stages through the litigation process and beyond. We are currently seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our busy team in our brand-new Southampton offices. You will ideally have at least 1 years’ experience of Personal Injury or Clinical Negligence work. Excellent client focused skills are essential as is an ability to engage with the client whilst being supportive and empathetic. You would deliver practical services of outstanding quality that are focused on the Client’s needs and the ability to manage your own cases from file opening through to conclusion on our case management system. Responsibilities: Assist colleagues on a range of different cases in Personal Injury Law Ensure deadlines are met whilst reporting back progress Manage your own cases from file opening through to conclusion on our case management system To keep up to date with the latest legal knowledge and working practices Qualifications: Excellent IT skills High level of attention to detail Organised and flexible in your approach Commitment, enthusiasm, and passionate to do the very best for our clients Desirable: Some previous experience in handling PI legal work Benefits: ↗️ Progression - a competitive salary and benefits with performance-based opportunities for career development. Autonomy and support - handle and develop your own case load independently but with the support of the team and the wider LA family and infrastructure. ⭐ Variety - a broad range of work; no two days are the same. Hands-on experience - a client-facing role, working closely with local, national and international clients and operating at the forefront of the industry. A welcoming environment - a friendly, supportive team; fresh, modern office space, regular socials. A real opportunity to carve a niche for yourself in this dynamic, exciting industry. Lester Aldridge is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.