Paralegal & Major Loss & Casualty

DWF; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global legal business based in Scotland is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their recognized insurance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigated Personal Injury, Serious Injury, and Large Loss claims. Responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload, drafting legal documents, and conducting legal research. This position offers a comprehensive rewards package, flexible benefits, and a supportive work environment that values your individual needs and career aspirations.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Flexible benefits

Robust well-being programs

Qualifications

• Previous Paralegal experience in high-value Personal Injury or Serious Injury cases.
• Experience in handling personal injury litigation (pursuer or defender).
• Strong background in a busy commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse caseload for insurers focusing on litigated Personal Injury claims.
• Draft legal documents and instructions to experts.
• Conduct thorough research to support legal strategies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

High attention to detail

Experience in personal injury litigation

Job description

Why join us?

DWF LLP is seeking to recruit a Paralegal with experience in litigated defender Personal Injury, Serious Injury, Large Loss, Motor, RTA or EL/PL work to join the nationally recognised insurance team, based in Scotland.

The role can be based from either of our Edinburgh or Glasgow offices.

Responsibilities

As part of the role, you will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload for insurers, with a focus on defending litigated Personal Injury, Serious Injury, Large Loss, Motor, RTA or EL/PL claims. You will work closely with Partners and Senior Associates to support the progression of their cases, ensuring that all necessary tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

This includes drafting legal documents and instructions to experts, maintaining a high level of precision and attention to detail in all written work. Additionally, you will liaise with clients and key stakeholders to facilitate clear communication and ensure smooth case progression.

A key part of the role will also involve conducting thorough research to support legal strategies and case development.

Essential Requirements

• Previous Paralegal experience working on high-value Personal Injury or Serious Injury, Large Loss, Complex Loss, Catastrophic Loss, Motor, RTA or EL/PL claims.
• Previous Paralegal experience in Scotland is essential for this role.
• Experience in handling personal injury litigation (pursuer or defender).
• Strong communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Background in working within a busy commercial environment.

What we offer?

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organization, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.