Personal Injury Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Personal Injury Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Location: Cardiff (City Centre)
Salary: Up to circa £28,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

An established and growing Cardiff-based law firm is seeking a skilled and motivated Personal Injury Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join its claimant personal injury team. The successful candidate will assist in the management of a varied caseload of personal injury matters and support the delivery of high-quality legal services to clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with previous personal injury experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and busy legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and progress a caseload of claimant personal injury files under appropriate supervision.
• Assist with personal injury matters from initial instruction through to settlement or conclusion.
• Handle a range of claims including:
  • Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims.
  • Employers’ Liability (EL) claims.
  • Public Liability (PL) claims.
  • Clinical negligence matters.
• Obtain and review medical records, medical reports, and other evidential documentation.
• Draft correspondence, witness statements, schedules of loss, and other legal documents.
• Liaise with clients, insurers, medical experts, barristers, and third parties.
• Maintain accurate file records and update the firm’s case management system.
• Monitor limitation dates and key procedural deadlines.
• Prepare files for litigation where appropriate and assist with court-related processes.
• Provide regular updates to clients regarding the progress of their claims.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, firm policies, and quality standards.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience working within claimant personal injury law.
• Understanding of the personal injury claims process and relevant pre-action protocols.
• Experience handling or assisting with EL, PL, and/or RTA matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Competent IT skills, including experience using case management systems.
• Professional and empathetic approach when dealing with clients.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of clinical negligence matters.
• Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of litigation procedures and court processes.
• Relevant legal qualification, such as:
  • Law degree (LLB).
  • CILEx qualification.
  • LPC/SQE studies.
  • Equivalent legal experience.

Key Competencies

• Client care and relationship management.
• Time management and prioritisation.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Initiative and accountability.
• Resilience in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting To

• Head of Personal Injury Department / Supervising Solicitor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to circa £28,000, dependent upon experience.
• Opportunity for career progression and professional development.
• Exposure to a varied and interesting claimant personal injury caseload.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package in accordance with firm policy.

Apply

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Rachel Phillips
Associate Director | TSR Legal Recruitment
02920 388100
Rachel@tsrlegal.co.uk