Cycling Claims Paralegal

Exciting Opportunity for a Paralegal in Cycling Accident Claims – Manchester

My Client is  looking for a skilled and motivated Paralegal to join a rapidly growing Cycling Accidents team within a renowned Personal Injury department.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced fee earners, managing your own caseload of 50-75 Portal cycling accident files, while also assisting with more complex, non-Portal cases.

You will have the opportunity to develop your legal skills with a high level of autonomy, under the guidance of senior fee earners.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded Legal 500 Tier 1 Personal Injury team that is dedicated to securing compensation for cyclists who have suffered complex injuries in accidents.

Key Responsibilities:

- Running your own caseload of Portal cycling accident claims, including RTA and Public Liability cases
- Preparing and submitting CNFs/letters of claim
- Instructing engineers to assess bike damage
- Collecting and reviewing documents and evidence related to general and special damages
- Drafting witness statements and Schedules of Loss
- Preparing instructions to medical experts and counsel
- Drafting court documents and reviewing medical records and reports
- Researching case law on liability and quantum
- Preparing advice on liability, causation, and quantum
- Liaising with clients to keep them updated on case progress
- Handling billing and disbursement payments
- Managing cases through different stages of the MOJ Portal process, including Stage 3 and infant approval hearings

About You: To succeed in this role, you will need:

- At least 12 months' experience handling Claimant MOJ Portal personal injury files (ideally with a focus on cycling accidents)
- A good understanding of CPR and Portal rules
- Experience in conducting investigations and assessing the prospects of success for claims
- Familiarity with preparing and issuing cases at various stages of the Portal process
- Ability to transfer cases off the Portal to fee earners for further work
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently
- A focus on providing exceptional client service with empathy

Experience with the Proclaim Case Management System is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits:

In addition to a rewarding and fulfilling legal career, you will benefit from a variety of attractive perks, including:

- 25+ days of annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure over Christmas
- Employee Pension Scheme – SMART pension plan
- Travel Insurance covering you and your eligible family members
- Death in Service benefit (3x basic salary)
- Private Medical Insurance (optional for family members)
- Income Protection up to 75% of salary
- Interest-free travel pass/parking loan
- One-hour early finish, one Friday a month
- Two paid days a year for charitable work with numerous events to participate in
- Opportunities to join sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Annual promotions process with clear career progression
- Work and employee referral schemes

If you're passionate about personal injury law, particularly cycling accident claims, and are eager to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, apply today to take the next step in your professional journey!

Please forward your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further.