Are you keen to start a career in legal and would like to work in a specialist legal practice with expertise in clinical negligence and medical claims. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join our friendly, close-knit team and support our qualified solicitors with a varied and rewarding caseload.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing administrative support to qualified solicitors throughout the lifecycle of clinical negligence and medical claims.
- Preparing and organising legal documents and correspondence.
- Managing client files and ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
- Liaising with clients by telephone and in person, delivering a professional, compassionate and empathetic service.
- Scheduling appointments and assisting with diary management.
- Requesting, processing and maintaining medical records and other case documentation.
- Supporting the team with general office administration to ensure the smooth running of the practice.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates empathy, patience and professionalism when dealing with clients, many of whom may have experienced difficult circumstances.
- Is organised, accurate and able to manage a varied workload.
- Has good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Works well both independently and as part of a small, supportive team.
- Has studied law or is keen to build a long-term career in the legal sector (desirable but not essential).
- If you are looking for further development and wish to pursue a career further the client is willing to look at further study support.
What We Offer
- Full-time permanent position.
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
- Onsite car parking.
- 28 days holidays
- Company Bonus
- A welcoming, open-plan office environment.
- A supportive, close-knit team where your contribution is valued.
- The opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a specialist area of law and develop your legal career.
If you are compassionate, organised and eager to start your career in a specialist legal practice, we would love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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