Paralegal
Application Deadline: 4 August 2026
Department: Personal Injury
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Sheffield
Compensation: £24,889 / year
Description
If you’re looking to start or grow a career in the legal sector and want a role where your work genuinely supports people, this opportunity could be ideal. You don’t need previous legal experience — just enthusiasm, empathy and a willingness to learn.
The Role
As a Paralegal in our Sheffield team, you’ll manage your own caseload with full training, supervision and ongoing coaching. You’ll work with clients involved in road traffic accidents, employer liability and public liability claims, guiding them through each stage of the process.
Your responsibilities will include gathering evidence, instructing medical experts and maintaining clear, confident communication by phone, email and in person. Throughout every case, you’ll help clients feel informed, supported and reassured.
What we're looking for
We’re keen to hear from individuals who are organised, detail‑focused and able to balance multiple tasks without compromising on quality. Strong client care skills and a positive, proactive approach are essential. Once fully trained, you’ll also have the option to move into a hybrid working pattern.
Please use the personal summary section to tell us what you feel you can bring to Thompsons Solicitors — we welcome applications from all backgrounds and sectors.
What we offer you
Contributory pension scheme
Permanent health insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
Life assurance
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional 5 days leave over Christmas
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Cycle to work scheme
Subsidised sports and social club
Annual travel and parking loans
Financial support for professional development
Join us and build a rewarding career helping people when they need it most.