Average Paralegal salary in the UK

Join a dedicated and highly regarded team where your work makes a meaningful difference.As a Paralegal within our Disease Team in London, you’ll play a vital part in supporting clients affected by a wide range of industrial disease conditions, including respiratory diseases, occupational asthma, dermatitis, and other workplace-related musculoskeletal illnesses.This is meaningful, people-focused work. You’ll help guide clients through often challenging circumstances, using your empathy, communication skills and attention to detail to ensure they receive clear, compassionate and expert support.You’ll manage a varied caseload, work closely with experienced solicitors, and develop specialist knowledge within an important and evolving area of law. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills, contribute to high-quality casework, and become part of a team known for its commitment to justice and to supporting working people.What the role involves...This is meaningful, people-focused work. you’ll help guide clients through often challenging circumstances, using your empathy, communication skills and attention to detail to ensure they receive clear, compassionate and expert support.You’ll manage a varied caseload, work closely with experienced solicitors, and develop specialist knowledge within an important and evolving area of law. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills, contribute to high-quality casework, and become part of a team known for its commitment to justice and to supporting working people.Who we are looking for...You’ll bring experience as a paralegal—ideally within an industrial disease environment.We’re looking for someone who is:Confident using legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexisFamiliar with case management systemsHighly organised, proactive and client-centredA strong communicator, able to work sensitively with clients and collaboratively with colleaguesMotivated to develop expertise within disease litigation and contribute to the team’s successWhat we offer you...Contributory pension scheme23 days annual leave + bank holidays5 additional days’ leave over ChristmasPermanent health insuranceHealthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)Life assuranceEnhanced maternity and paternity payEmployee Assistance ProgrammeSubsidised sports and social clubCycle to Work schemeAnnual travel and parking loansFinancial support for professional developmentJoin Thompsons Solicitors and help uphold the rights of working people while building a rewarding long-term career.

Our client, a specialist property litigation practice, is seeking a Paralegal to join their high performing Defended team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in property litigation to develop their experience while working on a varied caseload under supervision.You will handle your own caseload consisting predominantly of Small Claims Track matters in the County Court and cases before the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber), while also supporting the wider team on more complex defended matters.The RoleYou will manage a caseload with supervision and support. Matters will typically include:Defended service charge, ground rent and possession matters relating to residential propertyReviewing incoming claims and evaluating the merits of defences and/or counterclaimsLiaising with Clients and/or Managing Agents and providing adviceReviewing breach of covenant matters and progressing in line with Client instructionsComplying with all Court and Tribunal deadlines and directionsProviding timely general Landlord & Tenant advice to Clients as requiredMaintaining regular communication and reporting to Clients and/or AgentsProviding internal advice and support to team members where neededMaintaining effective case management, including diarising key dates and updating database notesProducing clear and accurate written correspondence and reportingSupporting senior team members on complex defended mattersThis list is not exhaustive.The PersonYou will be an organised and proactive Paralegal with an interest in property litigation and the ability to manage a varied caseload under supervision.Essential:Proven experience in civil litigation, ideally including money claims or property litigationExperience or exposure to property litigation, breaches of covenant or Landlord & Tenant mattersAbility to handle a caseload as primary case handler under supervisionStrong legal drafting skillsHigh levels of organisation and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneouslyA Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualificationDesirable:Law degree or legal qualificationPrevious experience in claim handling or dispute resolutionExperience managing bulk or high-volume claimsExperience in service charge or ground rent matters

Pay: £24,000 – £30,000 per yearJob Title: Litigation ParalegalWe are currently seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their expanding litigation team.This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving and growing firm with access to high-quality litigation work. The firm is committed to rewarding performance and offers an attractive bonus structure alongside career progression opportunities.Role OverviewThe successful candidate will assist fee earners and manage their own caseload (where appropriate) across a range of civil litigation matters. You must be confident handling files from inception through to resolution and be comfortable working within the Civil Procedure Rules framework.Key ResponsibilitiesAssisting with the management of civil litigation files from start to finishDrafting pleadings, witness statements, and applicationsPreparing court bundles and disclosure documentsIssuing proceedings and filing documents at courtDrafting cost schedules where requiredLiaising with clients, counsel, and the courtsAdvising clients on procedure and litigation risks under supervisionMaintaining high standards of client careMeeting performance and file progression targetsRequirementsMinimum 2–3 years’ experience in litigation mattersStrong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)Experience drafting court documents and correspondenceAbility to issue proceedings independentlyUnderstanding of litigation costs and riskPragmatic and commercially aware approach to case handlingExcellent client care and communication skill+ Bonuses OTE £35KBonus on top of salary based on performanceOpportunity to lead and grow a teamMonday to Friday Supplemental pay types:Job Types: Full-time, PermanentAbility to commute/relocate:London N12 0BP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)Experience:Litigation: 2 years (preferred)Work Location: In person