--- title: 'Paralegal - Clinical Negligence at Foot Anstey LLP' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/paralegal-clinical-negligence-foot-anstey-llp-exeter-7j0915jsnrqg' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Paralegal - Clinical Negligence at Foot Anstey LLP - **Company:** Foot Anstey LLP - **Location:** Exeter, United Kingdom - **Posted:** 2026-07-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/footanstey/jobs/8633012002 ## Job description Job Title: Paralegal – Clinical Negligence Ready to take your career to the next level? Enable Law (part of the Foot Anstey Group) is one of the UK’s leading specialist medical negligence, personal injury, mental capacity and education law firms. Everything we do is about making life better for our clients and their families. We're looking for a proactive and organised Paralegal to join our Clinical Negligence team.  You'll play a vital role in supporting clients during some of the most challenging moments of their lives, helping to ensure their cases progress smoothly and efficiently.  This role is based in our Exeter office, where regular office attendance is essential for collaboration and high-quality service delivery. ________________________________________ The role in 60 seconds: - Role: Paralegal - Team: Clinical Negligence (Shared Legal Services) - Location: Exeter - Working Pattern: Full time Why this role matters: As part of our Shared Legal Services function, you will support the early stages of Clinical Negligence claims, onboard new clients, and help manage complex and sensitive cases.  Your work will directly contribute to achieving better outcomes for individuals and families affected by medical negligence, making a real difference to people when they need it most. ________________________________________ ## What you’ll do This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience in a legal or professional services setting. You’ll be a vital part of a team recognised for its expertise and compassion, contributing to meaningful outcomes for vulnerable individuals. In this role, you’ll: - The role will support lawyers across the firm in the initial stages of a claim to include setting up of the file, obtaining and reviewing medical records. - Drafting documentation and providing legal/administrative support to senior lawyers. - Conducting research into quantum, medical issues, legislation and case law. - Supporting the team with file management and day-to-day administration. ________________________________________ ## What we’re looking for - A genuine interest and/or prior experience in Clinical Negligence matters. - An ability to handle sensitive client information with tact and empathy. - Highly flexible approach, able to work effectively as part of a busy team. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships. - Proven organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively. - Strong IT skills including confident use of MS Outlook, Word and Excel. ________________________________________ What if I don’t tick every box? We’re not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth. If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply. ________________________________________ Join a seriously ambitious firm At Enable Law, we’re committed to making a difference for our clients, our people and our communities. Here’s what makes us stand out: - An ambitious growth strategy that opens opportunities for our people to make their mark. - A client base that is diverse and includes: - Individuals and families affected by medical negligence or personal injury. - Those lacking capacity who require assistance in managing their financial affairs. - Children and young people seeking advice and support to access tailored educational solutions that meet their unique needs. - A culture built on our values of being trusted specialists, genuine and caring, inclusive and acting with integrity. - A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to patient safety, harm reduction, sustainability and giving back to our communities. - Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level, we have training that will support you to achieve your goals. ________________________________________ Progressive benefits tailored to you We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including: - Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus. - Enhanced parental leave policies. - Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships). - An open, flexible working environment. - Find out more about our benefits and work environment here [Life at Enable Law](https://www.enablelaw.com/careers/) ________________________________________ Ready to apply? - Hit the “Apply Now” button. - Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you. - Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome. - Invited for interview? - With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do. - We’re here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we’ll contact you to discuss the themes we’ll cover and answer any questions you might have. - If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know. Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary. ## About Foot Anstey LLP ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Foot Anstey is a UK national law firm that provides legal and business advice across multiple sectors, aiming to become its clients’ most trusted adviser. - **Entity Type**: Private (Limited Liability Partnership) - **Headquarters**: Exeter, United Kingdom (with additional offices in Bristol, Plymouth, Southampton, and London) - **Founded**: Not publicly available - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Legal services, with sector specialisms including Energy & Infrastructure, Islamic Finance, Private Equity, Developer, and Employment. - Target customers: B2B – enterprises, developers, financial institutions, private equity firms, and other commercial clients. - Mission or purpose statement: “Powering ambition” – helping clients and people achieve what’s important to them. ## Products & Services - **Energy & Infrastructure Advisory**: Legal counsel for energy projects, infrastructure development, and regulatory matters. - **Developer Services**: Support for property developers, including planning, commercial property, and construction law. - **Islamic Finance**: Specialised advice on Sharia-compliant finance structures and transactions. - **Private Equity**: Legal services for private equity deals, fund formation, and M&A. - **Employment Law**: Advice on employment contracts, disputes, and HR matters. - **Commercial Property**: Transactions, leasing, and property management legal support. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private LLP) - **Key Metric**: Not disclosed – the firm has grown organically over the past decade without mergers, and in May 2023 set out an ambitious four-year strategy to scale further. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors (partner-owned). Partners include Martin Hirst (Managing Partner), Karen Bates (Partner & Chair of Board), Felix Hebblethwaite (CFO), Stephen Arnold (Chief Client Officer), and others. - **Growth Signals**: Organic growth trajectory; launched a new four-year strategy in 2023; expanded offices; invested in culture and benefits (e.g., fertility health partnership with Fertifa). ## Competitive Advantages - **Organic growth**: Has maintained a strong, consistent culture and client focus by growing organically rather than through mergers. - **Sector-focused advisers**: Deep understanding of specific industries (Energy, Islamic Finance, Private Equity, etc.) providing tailored advice. - **“Refreshingly human” culture**: Emphasis on collaboration, trust, and support, which attracts and retains talent and builds long-term client relationships. ## Strategic Focus - Current priorities: Execution of the four-year strategy announced in May 2023 to evolve and scale the firm, while preserving its culture and sector expertise. - Ongoing investment in people, innovation, and responsible business practices (sustainability, diversity & inclusion). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as “seriously ambitious” yet “refreshingly human” – collaborative, supportive, and inclusive. New joiners often highlight the friendliness and real support from day one. - **Flexibility**: Hybrid working model (not explicitly stated but implied by roles in multiple offices). Dog-friendly offices, flexible hours, and the option to buy/sell holiday. - **Benefits (from [footanstey.com/careers/life-at-foot-anstey/our-benefits/](https://www.footanstey.com/careers/life-at-foot-anstey/our-benefits/))**: - *Parental leave*: 6 months fully paid for primary and secondary carers. - *Fertility & hormonal health*: Up to £15,000 lifetime funding via Fertifa for all employees. - *Sabbatical*: 4 weeks fully paid every 5 years, with additional spending money. - *Private medical insurance* (fully funded) and digital GP access. - *Pension*: 5% employer contribution (when employee contributes 3%). - *Holiday*: 28 days + option to buy up to 5 extra days. - *Volunteering*: 2 paid days per year. - *Emergency back-up care*: 10 funded days for child/elder care. - *Life assurance*: 5x salary. - *Wellness*: Yoga, massages, Pilates, eye tests, flu vaccines. - **Development**: Strong career paths for lawyers, early careers (traineeships, apprenticeships), and business professionals with real scope to innovate. ## Sources 1. [footanstey.com – Homepage](https://www.footanstey.com/) 2. [footanstey.com – Careers](https://www.footanstey.com/careers/) 3. [footanstey.com – About Us](https://www.footanstey.com/about/) 4. [footanstey.com – Culture](https://www.footanstey.com/careers/life-at-foot-anstey/our-culture/) 5. 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