Paralegal (Housing Disrepair)

TL;DR

Paralegal (Housing Disrepair): Managing a diverse caseload of housing disrepair and industrial disease claims with an accent on liability investigations, medical evidence, and court support. Focus on conducting legal research, preparing disclosure, and ensuring high-quality case management through clear communication with clients and stakeholders.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to London

Salary: £34,958 per year

Company

hirify.global is a leading social justice law firm with a 100-year history of fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated, exclusively representing individuals rather than employers or insurers.

What you will do

• Manage an individual caseload while supporting colleagues on complex legal matters.
• Collaborate with specialists on liability investigations and the preparation of medical evidence.
• Instruct experts and Counsel, attend client and witness meetings, and support cases through to court.
• Conduct legal research and prepare disclosure documents.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders through professional communication.
• Deliver high-quality work using internal case management systems and Microsoft Office.

Requirements

• Knowledge of housing disrepair and personal injury law.
• Understanding of CPR, Pre-Action Protocols, and funding processes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Solid IT skills and experience with case management systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 5 additional days off over Christmas.
• Permanent health insurance and MediCash Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Cycle to Work scheme and annual travel/parking loans.
• Financial support for professional development.

Hiring process

• Application submission.
• Phone screen.
• Interview.