Experienced Paralegal - EL/PL in Glasgow

Join Our Dynamic Casualty Injury Team! Due to ongoing client wins and impressive growth, DAC Beachcroft's Casualty Injury team is on the lookout for a number of talented Paralegals (or equivalent). Whether you're an experienced Paralegal or new to Defendant Personal Injury work, we have this exciting opportunity for you!

Our Casualty Injury team focuses primarily on employers' liability and public liability claims, but also products and care claims. We handle claims of all values, and our work is interesting and rewarding. You will, within a dynamic and supportive team (with full and supportive training provided), handle your own case lead and also assist the team with more complex/higher value claims.

We are looking for enthusiastic Paralegals who are ready to focus their careers. By joining our team, you will have the chance to develop your technical expertise in EL/PL personal injury claims, understand the litigation process, enhance your time management skills, and build valuable legal connections. At DAC Beachcroft, you'll benefit from working at one of the leading law firms in the country. Not only will you gain hands-on experience, but you'll also have the opportunity to expand your professional network by building relationships with key clients (including leading names in the insurance industry and corporate businesses, many of whom are household names). We offer the flexibility to work either in-office or hybrid.

What you will do:

• Effectively run the file to ensure deadlines are met and cases managed proactively to conclusion.
• Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards.
• Adhere to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols.
• Achieve agreed financial targets.
• Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements.
• Prompt and accurate provision of MI.
• Devise a clear case strategy which is adhered to, ensuring cases are run smoothly and balance the commercial interests of both the Firm and the client.
• Apply appropriate and current technical expertise and case law.
• Effectively manage risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly to their Supervisor.
• Engage with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients.
• Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Client Relationship Partner where required.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions and reading appropriate publications.

Who you are:

• Paralegal with 1 or more years’ experience in a similar role, ideally with EL/PL experience.
• Good organisation skills, able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload, meet conflicting demands and has a strong work ethic.
• Able to produce work to a high standard, with excellent attention to detail and concern for quality of service.
• Someone who is enthusiastic about joining a well-established and highly thought of Casualty Injury (EL/PL) team and who can see themselves building a future with DAC Beachcroft.
• Eager to collaborate and build lasting relationships with colleagues, becoming an integral part of a growing team.

What's in it for you:

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance.
• A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits).
• Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding.
• In-person and remote social events.
• Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

We are happy to talk flexible working with our Flex Forward scheme. We would encourage you to talk to us about our approach to flexible working during the hiring process if you would like to explore this further.