Senior Paralegal - Motor Personal Injury in Liverpool

Join our multi-award-winning, Motor Volume - Injury Litigation team at DWF, renowned for its innovative approach to legal services. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, aspirational culture built on collaboration, clear career progression, and partnerships with a blue-chip client base. As a values-driven business, we’re committed to providing exceptional support, empowering you to grow and succeed.

The team advises on and defends litigated Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims for a range of insurer clients, including issuing counterclaims where appropriate. They manage personal injury matters across Part 7 Fast Track, OIC and MOJ processes, with claim values typically ranging from £1,000 to £25,000. You can expect to receive exposure to a variety of matters, from minor injury accidents to more complex accidents and procedural issues, working with established clients and building rapport with their customers. The role is hybrid, with office attendance required in Liverpool 2 days per week.

• To proactively manage & progress a complex litigated caseload of Motor Defendant Insurance cases to conclusion.
• To appropriately apply the specific technical principles needed to drive the proactive settlement of the case whilst adding value for the client.
• Have knowledge of and work cases in line with all client SLAs for the files within your responsibility.
• Proactive use of case management systems to improve speed of settlement and adding value to the cases, whilst adhering to client requirements.
• Prioritise and organise your work efficiently and effectively to ensure all tasks are completed to specified deadlines.
• To act as a mentor/provide support and guidance to more junior team members.

• Has a real interest in Motor Insurance cases, with tangible experience of running a complex Litigated Motor Insurance Caseload, including sound knowledge of Part 7 Fast Track, OIC or MOJ.
• The ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail to be able to carefully analyse files and data.
• The ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Business acumen and an understanding of the clients' needs.
• Computer literate including proficient use of Microsoft Office.

• An understanding of the wider Motor personal Injury market in terms of trends, strengths, weaknesses and opportunities.
• Previous experience of working with Visual Files case management system.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you’re excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team. 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 presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

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