Senior Paralegal

Job Title: Senior Paralegal Location: Sheffield City Centre (with hybrid working) Contract: Full Time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities: Independently managing a diverse caseload encompassing employers' liability, public liability, and industrial disease claims, across both pre-litigation and litigation stages Acting as the primary point of contact for clients - obtaining instructions, delivering timely updates, and fostering strong client relationships Drafting a range of legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and court forms, with precision and clarity Undertaking legal research and preparing concise case summaries to support strategy and decision-making Overseeing the full litigation lifecycle - from initial instruction through to resolution - including disclosure, witness evidence, and trial preparation Ensuring accurate and up-to-date record-keeping through case management systems and online tracking tools Managing post-settlement procedures and client reporting, including completion of necessary documentation and addressing post-completion actions Employee Benefits Package: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Increasing holiday entitlement in line with service Flexible holiday entitlement with the ability to buy/sell holidays (subject to approval) Enhanced pension scheme Enhanced sickness pay Life assurance (x5 salary) Critical illness cover Income protection cover Dental insurance Health insurance Enhanced parental leave Study assistance scheme Bonus scheme Reward & recognition scheme Loyalty award scheme Cycle to work scheme Discounted gym membership Emergency child care scheme & solutions Employee assistance programme Health assessments Travel to work scheme Referral scheme Application Criteria: Prior Paralegal / Fee Earning experience handling EL/PL and ideally Industrial Disease Claims An understanding of the litigation process, having experienced litigated files yourself Company Overview: Our client is a forward-thinking firm with a global presence, operating in 40 countries and employing over 5,000 lawyers worldwide. By blending deep industry expertise with a broad, global perspective, they are uniquely positioned not only to anticipate what lies ahead but also to actively shape the future. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and an openness to innovation, they are committed to delivering new and more effective ways of providing legal services. Their bold vision for the future drives their dedication to fostering talent and attracting top professionals, ensuring they are always prepared to help clients navigate tomorrow's challenges with confidence. As a result of rapid growth and expansion across the business, including within the Dispute Management Team in Sheffield, our client is looking to hire passionate, dedicated, and opportunity-driven individuals with a background in Insurance Disputes in relation to industrial disease, employer liability claims and public liability claims. Introducing CRA Consulting: CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff. For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com. How to Apply: If this Senior Paralegal vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call for a confidential discussion. Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at jobs Additional Information: CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. This Senior Paralegal vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, GB

Posted Date: 8/6/2025