Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a capable and enthusiastic Paralegal to join the NWAS inhouse legal team.
Main duties of the job
Working alongside the Trust Solicitors and Head of Legal and Resolution you will manage a case load of Coroner's inquests and/or claims (EL/PL and clinical negligence claims) but will also be involved in making positive changes by sharing learning and themes from claims and inquests.
If you hold a law degree (or equivalent) or a paralegal qualification and are looking for an opportunity to work inhouse where you can really add value and make a difference, we really welcome your application.
About us
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.
Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.
Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.
We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying for this role.
The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a large number of applications are received.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 4th February 2026
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying for this role.
The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a large number of applications are received.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 4th February 2026
Person Specification
Skills / Competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce high quality written responses
- Ability to communicate to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in an appropriate manner
- Ability to think objectively, critically and weigh up evidence
- The post holder must also have the ability to communicate with external stakeholders including (but not limited to) NHS Resolution, panel and external solicitors, the coroner and his officers, patients
- Fully computer literate
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities within the workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to remain calm in a busy environment
- A team worker yet able to work on own initiative to meet the needs and timescales of others
- Expected to be able to frequently concentrate for prolonged periods of time to deliver required tasks
- Ability to analyse complex data and identify trends
- Ability to travel to other locations in the Northwest
Qualification and Knowledge
Essential
- Law Degree (or equivalent) (minimum 2:2) or a recognised paralegal qualification
- Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules, Civil Procedure Pre Action Protocols and NHS Resolution reporting requirements
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of managing a case load of claims (employers liability, public liability and/or clinical negligence) or inquests
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Working together - demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable
- Being at our best - professional and adaptable and takes pride in work
- Making a difference - act with compassion, kindness and integrity towards everyone
Person Specification
Skills / Competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce high quality written responses
- Ability to communicate to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in an appropriate manner
- Ability to think objectively, critically and weigh up evidence
- The post holder must also have the ability to communicate with external stakeholders including (but not limited to) NHS Resolution, panel and external solicitors, the coroner and his officers, patients
- Fully computer literate
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities within the workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to remain calm in a busy environment
- A team worker yet able to work on own initiative to meet the needs and timescales of others
- Expected to be able to frequently concentrate for prolonged periods of time to deliver required tasks
- Ability to analyse complex data and identify trends
- Ability to travel to other locations in the Northwest
Qualification and Knowledge
Essential
- Law Degree (or equivalent) (minimum 2:2) or a recognised paralegal qualification
- Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules, Civil Procedure Pre Action Protocols and NHS Resolution reporting requirements
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of managing a case load of claims (employers liability, public liability and/or clinical negligence) or inquests
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Working together - demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable
- Being at our best - professional and adaptable and takes pride in work
- Making a difference - act with compassion, kindness and integrity towards everyone
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
