Experienced Paralegal - EL/PL

<strong>Department: </strong>CSG - Casualty (EL/PL / CAT PI / Disease / Fraud / Motor / Credit Hire)<br><br><strong>Employment Type: </strong>Permanent<br><br><strong>Location: </strong>Birmingham<br><br><strong>Description<br><br></strong><strong>Join Our Dynamic Casualty Injury Team!<br><br></strong>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!<br><br>Our Casualty Injury team focuses on employers' liability and public liability claims, with claims valued up to £100k. This is your chance to work within a dynamic and supportive team (with full and supportive training provided), handling a diverse range of EL/PL claims and making a real impact.<br><br>DAC Beachcroft is therefore looking for dedicated 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.<br><br>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). This is your chance to grow and thrive in a supportive and prestigious environment.<br><br>We are accepting applicants from all over the UK, offering the flexibility to work either remotely, in-office or hybrid working. We are also keen to hear from anyone based in or around Birmingham or South Wales.<br><br>What you will do?<br><br><ul><li>Effectively running the file to ensure deadlines are met and cases managed proactively to conclusion</li><li>Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards to include:</li><li>Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols</li><li>Achievement of agreed financial targets</li><li>Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements</li><li>Prompt and accurate provision of MI</li><li>Devising 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</li><li>Applying appropriate and current technical expertise and case law</li><li>Effectively managing risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly to their Supervisor in the first instance</li><li>Engaging with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients, at all times acting as an ambassador of the firm</li><li>Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Client Relationship Partner where required</li><li>Maintaining and developing technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions and reading appropriate publications <br><br></li></ul>Who you are<br><br>We have a number of Paralegal roles available and are seeking;<br><br><ul><li>Graduates who have no legal work experience but have undertaken either a legal degree and/or LPC (or similar); OR</li><li>Paralegals with 0-2 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally with EL/PL experience. However, we are happy to consider candidates with alternative backgrounds such as Claimant, motor, disease, pre-litigated Defendant work, clinical negligence, profin etc.</li><li>Good organisation skills, able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload, meet conflicting demands and has a strong work ethic.</li><li>Able to produce work to a high standard, with excellent attention to detail and concern for quality of service.</li><li>Somone 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.</li><li>Eager to collaborate and build lasting relationships with colleagues, becoming an integral part of a growing team.<br><br></li></ul>What's in it for you?<br><br><ul><li>High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - https://jobs.dacbeachcroft.com/whats-in-it-for-you/</li><li>A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)</li><li>Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding</li><li>In person and remote social events</li><li>Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities<br><br></li></ul>We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive).

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