Paralegal/Litigation Executive - Police Team

The Role Clyde & Co is seeking a motivated and organised Paralegal/Litigation Executive to join our highly regarded Police Team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside leading lawyers acting for police forces and their insurers on a wide range of complex and sensitive litigation matters. The successful candidate will work closely with partners, legal directors, associates and other members of the team, assisting with the management of a varied caseload involving civil claims against police forces, public liability matters, human rights claims, inquests and other police-related litigation. This role offers exposure to high-quality work, excellent training and development opportunities, and the chance to build a rewarding career within a market-leading insurance and defendant litigation practice. Key Responsibilities Assisting fee earners with the management of litigated and pre-litigated claims on behalf of police force clients. Drafting correspondence, court documents, witness instructions and reports. Reviewing and analysing police records, disclosure documentation, medical evidence and other case materials. Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries. Liaising with clients, witnesses, counsel, experts and third parties. Managing document review exercises and maintaining electronic case files. Assisting with the preparation of cases for hearings, trials, mediations and inquests. Preparing instructions to counsel and experts. Monitoring court deadlines and ensuring compliance with procedural requirements. Handling confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship activities where appropriate. Ensuring time recording is maintained accurately and promptly. Skills & Experience Essential Previous paralegal experience, preferably within litigation or defendant insurance work include Employers Liability and Public Liability experience. Strong academic background, Minimum 2:1 degree, AAB at A level Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. High attention to detail and analytical ability. Confidence working with large volumes of documentation and evidence. Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and case management systems. Desirable Experience of defendant litigation, public authority defence work or insurance-related matters. Exposure to civil litigation and court procedures. Understanding of police, public sector or regulatory environments. Experience preparing court bundles and disclosure documentation. The Firm When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that…