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Litigation Paralegal Jobs in Manchester Area, United Kingdom at The City Recruiter
Title: Litigation Paralegal
Company: The City Recruiter
Location: Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Litigation Paralegal – Business Interruption Claims
Manchester City Centre (Office-based)
Full-time, Permanent
Up to £30,000 (DOE)
Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
We’re working with a respected, multi-disciplinary law firm based in Manchester city centre that’s looking to hire an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their Business Interruption Claims (BIC) team.
This firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across commercial litigation, data breaches, financial mis-selling, and business insurance disputes. With continued growth across their commercial litigation department, they’re now expanding their team to help support businesses pursuing claims against insurers for loss of income during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
If you’re looking to join a progressive, city-centre legal practice with clear opportunities for progression and hands-on casework—this could be the perfect next move.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll play a key role in handling a portfolio of Business Interruption Claims, assisting solicitors in preparing cases for trial, managing correspondence, and liaising with clients throughout the litigation process.
Day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Conducting legal research, case reviews, and pre-action investigations
Drafting court documents, trial submissions, and instructions to counsel
Managing ongoing client communication and responding to third-party queries
Preparing and proofreading pleadings and legal correspondence
Supporting mediation and settlement negotiations
Attending court hearings and trials alongside counsel
Maintaining accurate records using internal systems (CRM/case management software)
Assisting with administrative tasks to support the wider litigation team
What They’re Looking For
Required:
Law degree (LLB or MSc)
Working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and the Commercial Court Guide
Proven experience working within commercial litigation or High Court cases
Confident communicator with strong writing skills
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy caseload
High attention to detail and accuracy with legal documentation
Proficient with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
A team player who’s also comfortable working independently
Nice to Have:
1+ year of litigation paralegal experience
Experience handling multi-claimant or group litigation
Exposure to business interruption insurance claims or relevant commercial disputes
Awareness of basic accountancy principles in relation to business loss
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary up to £30,000 (dependent on experience)
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
A supportive, modern working environment in a central Manchester office
Full training and ongoing development
Regular company events and weekly business updates
Dress-down Fridays
Clear routes for career progression
