At a Glance
- Tasks: Support solicitors in progressing medical negligence claims and managing client communications.
- Company: Respected legal practice in Northern Ireland with a focus on medical negligence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private health insurance, pension, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity to build your legal career in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in a growing field while making a difference for clients.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant with strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Office based, full time, permanent position in Derry with a salary of £DOE plus private health insurance, pension and CPD.
Signatus are partnering with a respected Northern Ireland legal practice to recruit a Medical Negligence Paralegal for a busy and growing department in Derry. This role will suit a Paralegal or Legal Assistant who enjoys organised case work, client contact and the detail needed to progress sensitive medical negligence claims. You will support solicitors from file opening through to conclusion, helping to keep evidence, deadlines, documents and clients properly managed.
What you will own:
- Supporting solicitors with the day to day progression of medical negligence claims
- Drafting correspondence, legal documents and court papers
- Liaising with clients, medical experts, healthcare providers and other parties
- Obtaining, reviewing and organising medical records and evidence
- Preparing briefs, chronologies and case summaries
- Managing diaries, appointments and court deadlines
- Updating case management records and supporting internal compliance
- Delivering a professional and caring client experience
Must have:
- Previous experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant within a law firm
- Excellent organisation and administration skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritise a busy workload
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems
Helpful but not essential:
- Medical negligence, personal injury or litigation experience
- Experience working with medical records, court papers or case chronologies
What's on offer?
- Full time, permanent role in Derry
- Clear exposure to medical negligence case work
- Private health insurance, pension and ongoing CPD
- Close support from experienced solicitors
- Strong opportunity to build your legal career in a specialist department
Applications close Tuesday 30 June at 12pm or sooner if sufficient shortlist is created.
How to apply:
Send your MS Word CV to our Principal Consultant Fionntán Gamble LLB who will confidentially discuss the company and role with you.
Paralegal employer: Signatus
Signatus offers an exceptional working environment for a Medical Negligence Paralegal in Derry, where you will be part of a supportive and growing legal team. With benefits such as private health insurance, a pension scheme, and ongoing professional development opportunities, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. The firm fosters a collaborative culture that values attention to detail and client care, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their legal careers in a meaningful way.
