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Portal Paralegal

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Legal
    Healthcare
  • Sheffield

Requirements

  • This role requires strong organisational skills and the ability to work methodically in order to manage several cases at any one time.
  • A keen eye for detail along with outstanding communication and client care skills are key.
  • An appetite for working within a high performance environment.
  • An aptitude to learn, grow and develop

Responsibilities

  • Working in our Sheffield office – you will initially be based onsite to support with your training however following this you will be eligible for hybrid working set up.
  • Primarily liaising with clients at different stages of their claim, you will be responsible for managing those portal cases including: Road traffic accidents, employer and public liability.
  • Day-to-day: Taking enquiries, managing clients via telephone and email – you will need to be confident in liaising with clients via all methods of communication.
  • Following conversations with clients you will also need to instruct medical experts, compile medical records, take witness statements, gather loss of earnings details and evidence of other financial losses. – The role is to acquire evidence of injuries and losses on those cases where liability has been admitted.
  • It is important that you manage client expectations and take ownership and accountability for your own case load.
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing supervision will be provided to ensure success in the role.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer a hybrid working setup after the initial training period.

Is previous experience required for this role?

No, no previous experience is required as comprehensive training will be provided.

What are the key responsibilities of a Portal Paralegal?

Key responsibilities include liaising with clients, managing portal cases, instructing medical experts, compiling medical records, and taking witness statements.

What skills are necessary for this position?

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, outstanding communication, and client care skills are essential.

Where is the Portal Paralegal position based?

The position is based in our Sheffield office.

What training will be provided?

Comprehensive training, along with ongoing supervision and coaching, will be provided to ensure success in the role.

What benefits do employees receive?

Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, additional leave, health insurance, life assurance, employee assistance programme, and more.

What is the focus of Thompsons Solicitors as a firm?

Thompsons Solicitors focuses on social justice, representing the rights of the injured and mistreated, and has been advocating for legal reforms for over 100 years.

Is there an opportunity for career progression?

Yes, Thompsons Solicitors encourages growth and development within a legal career.

How many days of annual leave are offered?

Employees receive 23 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays.

We are the UK’s most experienced law firm, fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated for over 100 years.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1921
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Thompsons Solicitors is a law firm that specialises in providing legal services and representation for individuals, particularly in the areas of personal injury, employment law, and industrial diseases. Their ultimate mission is to fight for the rights of workers and individuals, ensuring they receive justice and fair compensation. Thompsons' purpose is to champion the cause of the injured and mistreated, leveraging their expertise and commitment to social justice to deliver effective legal support and advocacy for their clients.

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