Senior Paralegal - Insurance Team - Sheffield

We are seeking to hire a Senior Paralegal into our Employers’ & Public Liability / Industrial Disease Claims team in Sheffield.

About us

CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in.

We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. We are driven by emerging technologies such as generative AI and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working.  Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.

We are a forward-thinking, client-focused law firm with a strong presence in the legal sector, renowned for our innovative approach and commitment to excellence. With a diverse client base spanning corporate, government, and insurance sectors, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding legal services and building lasting relationships. Our Sheffield office is a dynamic hub where talented professionals thrive, supported by a collaborative culture and the latest legal technologies.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our busy team, specialising in employers’ and public liability claims as well as industrial disease matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to manage their own caseload, working closely with a wide variety of clients and supporting our legal team in all aspects of the litigation process.

 
Key Responsibilities
 

• Managing a varied caseload of employers’ liability, public liability, and industrial disease claims, including both pre-litigated and litigated matters

• Liaising directly with clients to obtain instructions and provide regular updates

• Drafting legal documentation, correspondence, and court forms

• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries

• Managing the litigation process from inception to resolution, including disclosure, witness statements, and trial preparation

• Maintaining accurate records using case management systems and online trackers

• Supporting completion and post-completion activities, including reporting to clients and handling post-settlement matters

About you

We will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one. Our opportunities are open to all suitably qualified applicants, so to be considered for this role, you must meet the following skills and experience:

Required Qualifications and Experience;

• Previous experience as a Paralegal handling employers’ liability, public liability, and/or industrial disease claims

• Demonstrable experience managing litigated claims and a strong understanding of litigation processes

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail

• Proficient in the use of legal technology, case management systems, and Microsoft Office

• A degree in law or equivalent qualification is desirable; candidates working towards CILEX or with significant relevant experience will also be considered

Desirable Skills;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service

• Adaptability and willingness to embrace new technologies and ways of working

 
What We Offer
 
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
 
• Hybrid working arrangements to promote work-life balance
 
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
 
• The chance to work with a diverse and prestigious client base
 
If you are an enthusiastic and experienced Paralegal looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our Sheffield team and be part of our future-facing firm.

What’s in it for you?

We want to reward you today and help you plan for tomorrow. We appreciate that everyone is different, therefore we have designed a benefits system that offers choice and flexibility based on individual needs and lifestyles. To name a few, these include:

•    Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
•    Flexible, hybrid working policy
•    Generous bonus scheme
•    Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
•    Holiday exchange scheme
•    Private medical insurance
•    Enhanced parental leave
•    Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

If you would like to read more information regarding our range of benefits, please visit our Rewards & Benefits page on our website.

Equal opportunities

At CMS, we place diversity and inclusion at the centre of our culture and the heart of our organisation. As a firm we recognise, celebrate, and embrace the diverse talent our society has to offer because we know that to solve big problems, we need the best and brightest minds available to us.  In support of this goal, we commit to actively breaking down barriers which stand in the way of those from diverse backgrounds and play our part in levelling the playing field. 
 
As a Future Facing Firm, we strongly believe that a career in law should be open to people from all walks of life, because not only does diversity of thought and experience make our firm a stronger and more sustainable business, but it also makes it a more rewarding place to work.
 
When recruiting, we prioritise attracting talented people and we actively promote a flexible working environment which enables all our team members to thrive. If you see a role you are interested in, but don’t feel you meet 100% of the criteria we encourage you to still consider making an application. We also welcome applications from those who may be looking to return to the workforce after a career break. 
 
We are proud to say our leadership in creating an inclusive working culture has been celebrated and recognised externally, including being listed for a number of years in the Times Top 50 Employers for Women and the Social Mobility Index.
 
We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, whether visible or invisible. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and in every element of the employee life cycle. If you require assistance, or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements or adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact Becky Lowe at TalentAcquisition@cms-cmno.com who will be happy to support you.

Ready to apply? Here are the next steps.

We look forward to receiving your application online via the CMS careers site. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions. 

Please note that we have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.

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