Paralegal - EL/PL

The RoleDepartment : EL/PLLocation : BirminghamRole : ParalegalThe TeamIf you are interested in building your expertise in the biggest, market leading Casualty practice in the UK, now is the time to join Clyde and Co.This role will be working in the Employers and Public Liability team within the Casualty region of the firm. The team deals with a wide variety of work for major insurers and private nominations. The work is complex and often involves representing household names.RoleThe ideal candidate will be a talented Paralegal/Litigation Executive who has prior experience of handling an EL/PL caseload, working on behalf of the major insurance firms.The team offers a supportive environment and a hybrid working week with 2 days in our Manchester office and 3 days working from home.Key ResponsibilitiesHandling a caseload of Employers Liability and Public Liability claims from inception through to closure, under supervision.Day to day file managementPreparing court bundlesDrafting letters of instruction, requests, Instructions to CounselPreparing briefing notes, action plans, file notes and attendance notesReviewing reports and statements and other relevant documentsDrafting and proof reading documentsLiaising with and meeting clients with a high level of professionalismDelegation to support services for photocopying, scanning, filing and other administrative tasksConducting research and keeping up to date with legal and industry practicesManaging day to day deadlines with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectivelyStrong written and verbal communication skillsEnsure files and spreadsheets are maintained and updated including Management InformationAdhoc tasks as requiredEssential Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience working in Personal Injury teams is essential;Previous experience working on matters on the defendant side is desirable not essential;Excellent attention to detail;Excellent communication skills.Excellent organisational skillsThe ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently by managing time in a fast paced environment.Willingness to learn and develop skills / knowledgeA professional manner with the ability to build relationships internally and externallyOur ValuesWe Want People To Join Us Who Truly Identify With Our Values. Our Values Are The Principles That Guide The Decisions We Make, Unite Us In Our Endeavours And Strengthen Our Delivery, For Our Clients And Our Firm. WeWork as one We are a globally connected team of talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success.Excel with clients We aim high and challenge ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them at the centre of everything we do.Celebrate difference We help each other to be at our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement.Act boldly We seek new opportunities, take action, and learn as we go, recognising that curiosity drives our development and contributes to growth.What We OfferWe are always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you will have access to, as part of our teamCompetitive salaryHybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days at home.Pension schemeGroup income protectionMaternity and paternity payHoliday purchaseSeason ticket loanCycle to work scheme.Gym subsidyThis is the job description as constituted at present; however the Firm reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business. HYBRIDWhen you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.We offer a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning and wellbeing initiatives.Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.Please take a moment to read our privacy notice carefully. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, how it’s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this privacy notice.