Paralegal

HF Scotland has grown into a multi site legal operation supporting some of the top 20 UK insurers alongside a wide range of commercial clients.

As the business continues to expand, it is seeking experienced Paralegals and Litigation Executives to join a high performing team and take the next step in their legal career.

The team is led by experienced Partners, including Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law, with exposure to complex and high value litigation work across multiple practice areas.

This is a Hybrid Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied litigation caseload using a structured case management system
• Handle a range of insurance litigation matters from instruction through to resolution
• Work across counter fraud, personal injury, including complex and catastrophic claims
• Manage motor claims, including credit hire disputes
• Support employers liability and public liability claims
• Assist with specialist matters including construction claims, product liability, and regulatory work
• Contribute to fatal accident inquiries, criminal proceedings, and cross border jurisdictional matters
• Review evidence, draft legal correspondence, and prepare pleadings
• Support Partners and Solicitors in case preparation for court proceedings
• Ensure accurate case progression and high quality client service delivery

Candidate Requirements

To be successful in this Paralegal / Litigation Executive role, you will need:

• Experience managing a pre litigation or litigated caseload
• Background in insurance defence litigation or personal injury claims
• Experience handling high volume casework and third party claims
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures and case progression
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced legal environment
• Strong problem solving, organisation, and analytical skills
• Proactive and motivated approach to workload management
• Ability to thrive within a collaborative legal team

Benefits Package

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus holiday buy scheme
• Life insurance and income protection
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme and digital GP services
• Pension scheme
• Electric car scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Discounted gym membership and employee discount hub
• Flu and eyecare vouchers