About your new role



Accidents involving motor vehicles give rise to countless claims and legal actions, affecting every kind of business and non-commercial organisation and their insurers. The sheer volume of cases, and the constant possibility of major costs and resources being involved, can impact seriously on the operational performance of any of the parties involved.



What is needed most in this situation is a service that can help process cases with maximum speed and efficiency and achieve the most satisfactory settlements possible. Weightmans' Motor team is a market leader in this field offering a full service with dedicated teams dealing with fast track, multi track, fraud, credit hire, indemnity issues and representation at inquests and criminal prosecutions.



We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal initially to assist but thereafter manage a caseload of credit hire cases.




Main duties and responsibilities

• Manage caseload effectively and efficiently


• Initially review liability and quantum Claimant Solicitor conduct before devising a strategy for continued handling;


• Handle cases to conclusion including instructing investigators, posing Part 35 questions, instructing Counsel and making Part 36 offers;


• Complete client and firm MI procedures


• Comply with client SLAs, e-manual and local claims handling requirements


• Achieve set chargeable hours and financial targets


• Comply with Data Protection Procedures

The above is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role. As a Paralegal you will also ensure that you comply with the relevant Weightmans' and client policies and procedures, and consistently work in accordance with our values.




About You



You will have previous experience as a Paralegal and a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work. As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks. We also require you to have:

• Experience of handling/assisting a case load of litigated motor files, preferably as a Defendant


• Credit hire experience


• Knowledge of CPR


• Ability to work to meet deadlines and hit targets


• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative


• Excellent communication skills

If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, then we look forward to receiving your application.




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top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.



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