Paralegal
Application Deadline: 7 September 2026
Department: Clinical Negligence
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: London
Compensation: £36,059 / year
Description
Are you ready for a role where you can develop and grow? We're looking for a dynamic Paralegal to join our team and make a meaningful impact. At Thompsons Solicitors, we specialise in clinical negligence and personal injury claims, and we're seeking paralegals with a passion for the field and a drive to excel and previous experience in clinical negligence claims.
This is your chance to work on a high quality and diverse clinical negligence caseload and get the experience to push your career to the next level.
What the role involves...
Our paralegals work across all areas of cases including liability investigations, medical record review, instructing experts and Counsel, client and witness meetings, legal research, disclosure preparation, court attendance and much more.
Working both independently and as part of a team, they produce high-quality work, utilising case management systems, Word, and Excel.
Who we are looking for...
We are looking for paralegals with knowledge and experience of clinical negligence claims and the law applicable to the role, and familiarity with Pre-Action Protocols, Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), and funding within the clinical negligence field.
With the ability to work efficiently, accurately, and meet deadlines, and excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, we are looking for team players who are passionate about providing exceptional client care. Proficiency in IT applications and competence in using electronic case management systems is key to success in this team.
What we offer you...
- Contributory pension scheme
- Permanent health insurance
- Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
- Life assurance
- 23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)
- Additional 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 assistance for professional development