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Harrison-Drury is a market leading firm of solicitors with offices in Lancashire, Cumbria, and Staffordshire. We’re delighted to be named one of the UK’s Best Companies to work for, for the fifth-year running, placing at number 40 in the Top 100 Best Mid‑Sized Companies to work for list. We also ranked 10th in the Best Companies to work for in the Law sector — achievements that reflect our commitment to creating a supportive, people‑focused workplace.

We are an employer of choice because we have a culture that challenges the conventional law firm approach and focuses our energy on getting great results for our clients, while attracting and developing brilliant people.

Our Insolvency & Restructuring team is now seeking a Paralegal to join our Manchester office. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone keen to learn, highly organised, and motivated to build a career in a busy commercial environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the team, providing accurate and timely assistance, and undertaking routine and transactional fee‑earning activities. You’ll help ensure compliance standards are met, deliver excellent client service, and contribute to the team’s success.

Importantly, this role is offered with a genuine view to progression — it can be a stepping stone towards applying for a training contract at Harrison Drury.

• Manage administration on the SOS case management system, including matter opening, closing, and updates.
• Prepare court hearing and mediation bundles.
• Draft correspondence and court documents.
• Undertake legal research and prepare updates/blog articles for the website.
• Attend court, mediations, and meetings, producing detailed notes and minutes.
• Ensure file compliance with regulatory standards and office processes.
• Handle billing processes and liaise with Finance.
• Manage telephone calls and client communications.
• Organise multi‑party meetings, including travel arrangements and documentation.
• Contribute to operational reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong academic background.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and strong attention to detail.
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Self‑motivated with a genuine desire to learn and progress.
• Strong IT skills.
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team.

• Previous experience as a Paralegal or Administrator in a legal team.
• Exposure to insolvency, corporate transactions, litigation, or debt recovery.
• Familiarity with preparing hearing bundles.
• Experience using SOS case management (or similar systems).

At Harrison Drury, we believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Hybrid working policy
• Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review
• Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
• Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)
• Free conveyancing for the purchase/sale of your primary residence
• Free individual or mirror Wills
• Employee referral scheme
• Biannual promotion and salary uplift application process
• Regular social events, including our annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards

• Be part of an award‑winning, people‑focused firm.
• Work alongside recognised experts in the field.
• Enjoy a supportive culture that invests in staff development and wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing team.