Paralegal (hybrid)

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. 

Your role in the team

As a Paralegal, you will work within Client Legal Services supporting attorneys to handle Personal Injury Litigation Claims for our Allstate Insured. In this role you will provide support by preparing legal documentation, coordinating discovery, and ensuring compliance with state specific legal procedure with limited attorney supervision. The Paralegal acts as a key liaison between attorneys, Claims, outside Counsel, Courts and third parties to proactively support efficient case progression and resolution.

Key responsibilities 

 

• Liaising with attorneys to progress cases to settlement or trial  

• Liaising with clients in relation to documentation and case updates, through either electronic mail and/or telephone calls 

• Handling of your own caseload that requires proactive organization and prioritization to progress cases in a timely manner and ensure deadlines are met  

• Gathering, collation and service of outgoing discovery  

• Review of incoming mail and discovery documentation  

• Drafting, e-filing and service of pleadings  

• Document production tasks including preparation of legal documentation and correspondence  

• Coordinating with agencies and experts as required  

• Using case management system, Microsoft Office package and other software and applications as required  

• Analyzing and reviewing documentation and case status to independently determine further requirements within cases  

• Reviewing and recovery of damages and/or expenses  

• Contributing to specialist projects on an ad hoc basis  

 

 

 

 

Essential Skills 

 

• All applicants must demonstrate they have a legal right to work in the UK for employment at Allstate. Allstate is not providing sponsorship for this vacancy.​ 

• A relevant Legal undergraduate degree or postgraduate degree or paralegal qualification with a minimum of 6 months experience working in a paralegal or similar legal support role;   
  OR A Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a legal support role within personal injury; 
  OR A Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a legal support role outside of personal injury;  
  OR A Minimum 3 years’ experience working within the insurance claims industry.  

 

 

 

 

Desirable Skills 

 

• 2.1 or above in law related Undergraduate Degree  

• Relevant postgraduate qualification   

• Experience of using case management systems and other software packages  

• Experience of working in defense personal injury litigation    

• Experience of working within the insurance industry 

• Experience within a fast-paced, high volume and innovative environment  

• Experience working within an international organization   

• Experience working in a hybrid role using online meeting applications  

• Previous experience within US business or jurisdiction  

 

 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

 

This job does not have supervisory duties. 

 

 

Job Posting End Date: Wednesday 29th July 2026 [11:59pm] 

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Skills

Case Management System (CMS), Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Documentations, Insurance Litigation, Leadership, Legal Documents Preparation, Legal Support, Litigation, Mentorship, Process Improvements, Training

 

Shape the Future of Insurance with Cutting-Edge Tech and a People-First Culture

 

Why join us?
Allstate NI is proud to be Allstate’s European Digital Centre of Excellence, a hub for innovation and engineering excellence. We’re recent winners of Best Place to Work in IT (100+ employees) and Best Use of Cloud Services at the Belfast Telegraph IT Awards, and we’ve been recognised for our community and sustainability impact with Platinum in the Northern Ireland Environmental Benchmarking Survey.

 

We’re a product-driven, cloud-first organisation delivering real outcomes through modern technology, a digital product-centric talent model, and a culture rooted in engineering excellence. Our teams work in cross-functional structures, guided by an outcome-based delivery approach that accelerates speed, agility, and value.

 

We also invest in you. At Allstate NI, your career growth matters. You’ll have access to our Continuous Learning Hub, designed to support skills development and professional advancement through tailored learning paths, certifications, and mentoring opportunities. Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or exploring leadership roles, we provide the tools and support to help you thrive.

 

What do you get in return?

 

As well as receiving a competitive annual salary, our reward package includes:

 

• Corporate bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Annual performance-related pay reviews
• Life assurance and income protection
• Flexible working options
• Hybrid working
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Cycle to work scheme

 

Be part of a high-performing, socially responsible organisation where your work has purpose, and your growth is supported every step of the way.