At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Sheffield team to support clients in small claims cases and make a real difference.
- Company: Thompsons Solicitors, dedicated to changing lives through legal support.
- Benefits: Generous leave, healthcare plans, pension scheme, and professional development support.
- Other info: No prior legal experience needed; we welcome diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career with training and the chance to help people in need.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, strong organisation skills, and a passion for client care.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Join Thompsons Solicitors as a Paralegal in our Sheffield small claims team and build a career where your work genuinely changes lives. Whether you’re new to the legal sector or looking for a fresh challenge, we’ll give you the training, coaching and support you need to thrive.
The Role
You'll join a team managing a high-volume caseload, with support and guidance from experienced colleagues. Working closely with clients involved in road traffic accidents, you'll play a key role in progressing cases from initial evidence gathering through to instructing medical experts. Throughout the process, you'll ensure every client feels heard, informed and supported. Clear, confident communication, whether by phone, email or in person, is essential, along with the ability to stay organised and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Who we are looking for
We’re looking for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding client care. If you’re motivated, eager to learn and ready to grow, you’ll fit right in. Once fully trained, you’ll also have the option to move into a hybrid working pattern. Use the personal summary section to tell us what you’ll bring to the team—we’re excited to hear from candidates from all backgrounds, and no prior legal experience is required.
What we offer you
- Contributory pension scheme
- Permanent health insurance
- Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
- Life assurance
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional 5 days leave over Christmas
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Subsidised sports and social club
- Annual travel and parking loans
- Financial support for professional development
Start your journey with us and build a rewarding career helping people when they need it most.
Paralegal - Small Claims in Sheffield employer: Thompsons Solicitors
Thompsons Solicitors is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Birmingham where collaboration and professional growth are at the forefront. With a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing and a commitment to developing legal talent, we provide competitive salaries and benefits that reflect our dedication to our staff's success and satisfaction.
