Our General Liability team is seeking a Paralegal to join the team in
Bristol. The team is part of the firm's Insurance Group and has a
well-established client base, acting for a number of market leading
liability insurers in the provision of their employers, public and
products liability services to insured businesses. The role largely
involves running a caseload of personal injury claims arising out of
these policies.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within a
vibrant and growing team. The work will be very varied, interesting,
and challenging.
The General Liability Insurance team spans London and
Bristol and is linked with the Medical and Life Sciences team. There
are currently 4 Partners, 3 Senior Associates and 4 Associates
The role
Managing a caseload of EL and PL claims, including personal injury claims.
Delivering high quality and timely output to clients, ensuring
high levels of client service and alignment with agreed working
practices and client service level agreements
Working to develop an environment of constant improvement:
enthusiastically sharing with and helping others; and taking
responsibility for aspects of team development, such as intranet
pages, training and induction, process improvement etc.
Capturing and collating required Management Information in
accordance with agreed practice for clients
Contributing to the development and improvement of the team's
service, support, processes and procedures.
You will have the opportunity to attend client events
and/or travel, principally to London.
Knowledge, skills and experience
A good grounding in handling personal injury claims and fast track litigation.
Candidates should have litigation experience; experience of
insurance is desirable but not essential.
A good knowledge of legal procedures
Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing
Excellen organisational skills with the ability to adapt to
shifting priorities and adapt plans accordingly.
Be able to demonstrate good initiative and problem-solving skills
but be conscious of when to consult others.
Able to establish collaborative working relationships with clients
and colleagues to provide an outstanding customer experience.
Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
Able to adapt to shifting priorities and adapt plans accordingly.
Committed to being part of a supportive, inclusive, and
collaborative firm culture.
High level of confidentiality and integrity
Works efficiently and commercially and understands the importance
of financial hygiene.
