We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join the Disease Team
to be based in our Newcastle office.
The Role
We are looking to recruit a Paralegal to join our market leading
Disease practice in our Newcastle office. This role involves handling
a mixture of claims including employers' liability and disease claims
on behalf of a variety of clients.
We are interested in an experienced Paralegal that has experience in
managing a caseload of Employers Liability claims alongside handling
cases through to trial. Disease experience is ideal, but not essential
as full training will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a caseload of litigated Fast
Track and Multi-Track employers' liability and disease liability
claims up to a value of £100,000.
Drafting of Court documents within the
Civil Procedure.
Instruction of Counsel and experts where appropriate.
Assessing liability and quantum and
preparing reports/advice.
Making and responding to offers and
negotiating settlement of both liability and quantum as and when necessary.
Managing client MI expectations and SLA requirements.
Negotiating fixed recoverable costs and disbursements.
Essential Skills & Experience
An undergraduate law degree or equivalent.
Previous paralegal experience within personal injury litigation
(Defendant or Claimant), ideally with an EL/Disease background.
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent organisational skills.
The ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently by managing
time in a fast paced environment.
A professional manner with the ability to build relationships
internally and externally.
Assertive and confident with a "can do" attitude to work.
Willingness to learn and develop skills/knowledge.
The Firm
Clyde & Co is a leading global law
firm, specialising in the sectors that underpin global trade and
commercial activity, namely: insurance, transport, construction,
energy, trade and commodities. It is globally integrated, offering a
comprehensive range of contentious and non-contentious legal
services and commercially-minded legal advice to businesses
operating across the world. Clyde & Co is committed to operating
in a responsible way. This means progressing towards a diverse and
inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of its communities
and clients, using its legal skills to support its communities
through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and
minimising the impact it has on the environment. The firm has 480
partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals and 5000 people
overall in over 60 offices and associated offices worldwide.
In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that
is genuinely committed to its people. Within our friendly department
you will have access to a range of learning and development
opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.
If you are interested in applying, then feel free to apply by
clicking on the below link or feel free to call Jonathan Brett on 0161
240 2820 or email me at Jonathan.Brett@clydeco.com for more details.
Clyde & Co is committed to promoting equality and diversity in
all aspects of employment and are proud to be a Top 50 Inclusive Employer.
