Interested in joining a supportive, inclusive, and diverse team in an international legal business?

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

Our Catastrophic Personal Injury team at DWF, Manchester are currently hiring for a Paralegal. The Catastrophic Injury team is one of the largest in the UK and is recognised nationally.  Our 30+ strong Manchester team acts for household name insurer clients on high value, complex personal injury claims . The team's expertise covers Road Traffic Accidents (RTA) and Employers Liability (EL) / Public Liability (PL) matters although expertise in all of those sub-specialisms is not necessarily a pre-requisite for the role. 

• To action cases in line with the department's and client's service standards and protocols.
• To act as a trusted member within the team, taking responsibility and ensuring the case management system is kept up to date with court orders, and liaising with clients.
• Conduct thorough investigations into liability and damages, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and liaising with experts.
• Progression of cases to a satisfactory and speedy settlement per the client's requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, internal policies, and best practices, maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards at all times.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

• Strong understanding of legal technical terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing personal injury litigation in the UK is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Strong academic background; Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.
• Highly ambitious, committed to excellence, and possessing a progressive mindset to distinguish oneself from others.

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or a presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support for more details follow this link: https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles 

To formally express your interest and submit your application, kindly use the link below. For any further inquiries or to obtain additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Priya Kalaichelvam at Priya.kalaichelvam@dwf.law