Marine Personal Injury Paralegal / CILEX - Defendant Litigation

Marine Personal Injury Paralegal / CILEX - Defendant Litigation

The Opportunity

We have been instructed by a leading UK Top 50 law firm renowned for its deep-rooted heritage and national reach. With over 700 legal professionals operating across major regional hubs, this full-service practice is celebrated for its market-leading expertise in shipping, international trade, and marine casualty matters.

Their award-winning Shipping & International Trade team is growing and now seeks an experienced Paralegal or CILEX qualified professional to support its defendant-side marine personal injury litigation practice. You will work on high-profile claims relating to marine casualties, including Athens Convention claims, complex PI litigation involving seafarers and passengers, and rapid-response accident investigations.

This is a career-building role with outstanding development potential in a team known for its collegiate culture and high-calibre caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a mixed caseload of defendant personal injury matters, including fast-track, intermediate, and multi-track claims.

• Draft legal documentation such as defences, witness statements, instructions to counsel, and court applications.

• Participate in the accident investigation process - some UK travel and occasional weekend work may be required.

• Liaise confidently with clients, insurers, witnesses, and external parties throughout the litigation lifecycle.

• Conduct legal research, prepare case summaries, and assist senior solicitors on complex and high-value marine injury claims.

• Operate effectively within the Claims Portal and liaise with the DWP on CRU certificates.

• Support court hearing preparation and attend case conferences and proceedings when required.

• Ensure procedural compliance with CPR rules and manage case records using the firm's legal tech systems.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a defendant personal injury role (paralegal or CILEX-qualified).

• Strong interest or prior involvement in marine or shipping litigation is highly desirable.

• Solid understanding of PL/EL claims, the Athens Convention, and Admiralty Court procedure is advantageous.

• Experience using the Claims Portal and managing CRU processes.

• Willingness to travel across the UK for investigations (including occasional weekends).

• Excellent drafting skills and legal research ability.

• Team player with a proactive, confident, and professional manner.

Why Apply?

• Join a Top 5-ranked UK law firm for employee satisfaction (RollOnFriday 2024).

• Be part of a respected team handling international marine disputes and casualties.

• Access a clear and transparent career development framework.

• Enjoy a genuinely supportive culture with mentoring, buddy systems, and career coaching.

• Hybrid/agile working with flexibility built into the role from day one.

• Benefits
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Private Healthcare (BUPA)

• Profit share bonus scheme

• Scottish Widows pension (5% employer / 5% employee)

• Life Assurance (4x salary) & Permanent Health Insurance

• Electric car scheme

• Enhanced parental leave

• Subsidised gym membership

• Dress for your Day & Agile Working policies

Equal Opportunities

Our client is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are welcome from all backgrounds, and selection is made based on merit alone.

Ready to Apply?

This is a standout opportunity for a marine PI paralegal or CILEX-qualified litigation specialist to develop their career in a highly respected, nationally recognised firm. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in an environment that values growth, flexibility, and real responsibility-we want to hear from you.

Apply now or contact our legal recruitment team in confidence to find out more.