Paralegal

Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level?
We're looking for a proactive and ambitious Paralegal to join our team and make a meaningful impact. At Thompsons Solicitors, we specialise in personal injury law, representing injured people and supporting them through some of the most challenging times in their lives. We're seeking someone with a genuine interest in personal injury work, excellent attention to detail, and a desire to develop their legal career within a supportive and highly regarded team.

While a cover letter or personal statement is not required as part of your application, we strongly encourage you to include one. It's a great opportunity to demonstrate your interest in Thompsons Solicitors and the role, as well as highlight any relevant skills, experiences, or motivations that may not be evident from your CV alone.

What the role involves..

We are looking for a confident and conscientious Paralegal with strong communication and organisational skills to join our Multi-Track Accidents team in Birmingham.

As an integral member of the team, you'll support the progression of a varied caseload, assisting with legal research, drafting correspondence and documents, liaising with clients and third parties, and helping to ensure cases move forward efficiently and effectively. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to complex personal injury matters while working alongside experienced legal professionals who are committed to your development.

About you...

We're looking for someone who is passionate about claimant work and motivated to build a long-term career in personal injury litigation.

You'll ideally have:

• A Law Degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• At least two years' experience working as a personal injury paralegal.
• Experience managing your own caseload and/or supporting complex litigation matters.
• Experience of drafting witness statements, schedules of loss and pleadings. 
• Previous experience using a case management system.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client care.

What we offer you...

• Contributory pension scheme
• Permanent health insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
• Life assurance
• 23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)
• Additional leave over Christmas shutdown
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised sports and social club
• Annual travel and parking loans
• Financial assistance for professional development

Joining our Multi Track Team means becoming part of a supportive and highly experienced team of Personal injury Lawyers. You will benefit from excellent training, mentoring and development opportunities.