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Job Title: Personal Injury ParalegalSalary: £24,000 - £26,000Location: Wakefield, West YorkshireContract: Full time, Permanent, Hybrid Working AvailableRole Overview & Key Responsibilities:
- Support lead file handlers in the management and progression of serious injury cases.
- Draft standard correspondence to advance cases using the ProClaim case management system.
- Act as the main point of contact for Fee Earners, handling incoming calls and enquiries.
- Where appropriate, respond to telephone enquiries and ensure messages are relayed promptly to the relevant Fee Earner.
- Work closely with your line manager to achieve monthly KPIs.
- Regularly update and maintain accuracy within the case management system.
- Ensure filing and information management is carried out in line with the firm's standards.
- Arrange appointments for Fee Earners as required.
- Liaise with the Finance Department regarding disbursement payments, outstanding accounts, and other finance-related matters.
- Provide support to the wider team during busy periods, including document production, task management, call handling, and general administrative duties.
- Sort and distribute incoming post efficiently.
- Consistently meet performance targets within a goal-oriented environment.
- Undertake additional tasks as required to support the needs of the business.
Employee Benefits Package:
- 25 to 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay
- Private health and medical insurance
- Free eye tests
- Employee reward and recognition schemes - including long service awards, prize draws, and incentive programmes
- Life insurance
- Firm-wide bonus scheme
- Perkbox membership
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Free parking (when attending the office)
About the Organisation:
- Our client is a highly regarded UK law firm, consistently ranked among the top 100. Known for its strong reputation, the firm has recently adopted modern approaches to enhance its work environment and streamline operations, further boosting its already successful business model. By embracing an agile working policy, prioritising work-life balance, and fostering a supportive atmosphere, they have nurtured a dynamic and positive company culture.
Application Criteria:
- Given the nature of the role, prior experience in a personal injury legal environment is required. While experience with multi-track personal injury or medical negligence claims is preferred, applicants with a background in fast-track claims will also be considered.
About CRA Consulting:
- CRA Consulting is a specialist legal recruitment agency operating across the UK. Partnering with prestigious law firms that have local, regional, national, and international reach, CRA recruits at all levels, from board and director positions to support staff roles.
- For more information on how we can assist with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting website at www.craconsultants.com.
How to Apply:
- If this Personal Injury Paralegal vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Lauren Hopkinson who is managing this vacancy, call for a confidential discussion.
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Additional Information:
- CRA Legal follow 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 Personal Injury 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.
