Paralegal - Fraud - Manchester

The Team

Our fraud team is one of our fastest-growing practices, covering a range of insurance and non-insurance fraud disputes, with an emphasis on motor, EL/PL and organised frauds. Our lawyers work closely with our intelligence analysts and understand the role of technology in fighting fraud.

We are looking to recruit a Paralegal/Litigation Executive with relevant Motor Fraud experience gained in a defendant firm who can demonstrate excellent knowledge of the litigation process and run their own case load of files. Experience with MIB claims would be beneficial.

Key responsibilities

• Working with all members of the team and you will be exposed to a variety of work, but predominantly acting on behalf of a range of insurance companies and self-insured commercial organisations.
• Responsible for running a full caseload of motor fraud claims and/or litigated motor personal injury claims.
• Carrying out investigations with live defenders and taking witness statements, reviewing and interpreting medical records and medical reports.
• Identifying information requirements and securing required documentation/evidence from claimant representatives
• Adhering to reporting and reserving requirements in relation to different client SLAs
• File Management - including initial reports, updating reports and correspondence
• Attending and appearing at court and pre-trial meetings, and adhering to court timetables
• Drafting of all legal documents and client advice.
• Dealing with interlocutory proceedings, CMCs and client meetings
• Supporting marketing and business development activity with the team and the wider Clyde & Co casualty group

About You

You will be working within a team filled with legal professionals working in an engaging and friendly environment. Our people pride themselves on making an impact through providing an excellent, results and solutions focussed service to our clients. We're looking for people with excellent communication and organisational skills, and an ability to work well under pressure. You will be focussed on delivering a highly professional service to clients, including compliance with client SLAs and MI requirements. Previous experience of managing your own caseload is required and experience of personal injury litigation would be desirable.

What We Offer

We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you'll have access to, as part of our team

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days at home (subject to client and work demands)
• Pension scheme
• Group income protection
• Maternity and paternity pay
• Holiday purchase
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym subsidy

For a confidential conversation please contact Sarah Kennedy on or apply today through the link provided.

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