Paralegal

Clyde & Co; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Glasgow is seeking a Paralegal / Senior Paralegal to manage a caseload and support trial preparation. The ideal candidate has strong Motor/RTA litigation experience and skills in drafting, negotiation, and case management. This full-time role promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience handling a caseload of 70 files.
• Ability to draft pleadings and prepare witness statements.
• Proven negotiation skills in settlements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all procedural aspects from issue through to trial.
• Liaise with claimants’ solicitors, counsel, courts, brokers, policyholders, and clients.
• Use case-management systems effectively.

Skills

Motor/RTA litigation experience

Attention to detail

Ability to meet deadlines

Relationship building

Job description

Paralegal / Senior Paralegal – Volume Motor Team – Glasgow or Edinburgh office

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom or Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of approximately 70 files at any one time, managing all procedural aspects from issue through to trial.
• Draft all pleadings and prepare witness statements for court proceedings, using telephone or video call.
• Value personal injury using JC Guidelines and case law; assess claims for special damages.
• Negotiate settlements where appropriate, using persuasive arguments and strong telephone negotiation skills.
• Attend conferences with counsel when required.
• Liaise with claimants’ solicitors, counsel, courts, brokers, policyholders and insurer clients.
• Use case‑management systems to maintain strong organisational skills and ensure all Management Information is completed timely and accurately.
• Adhere to client SLA requirements for reporting and updates.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous Motor/RTA litigation experience.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional manner with the ability to build relationships internally and externally.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal; Industry: Law practice

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and is proud to be a Top 50 Inclusive Employer.

Clyde & Co is a proud equal‑opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work.

Our Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices worldwide.

We operate responsibly, progress towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients we serve, and are dedicated to pro bono work, volunteering, charitable partnerships and environmental stewardship, including our commitment to the SBTi Net‑Zero standard.

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