Assistant File Handler to Lead Lawyer

Keoghs

1mo ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level

Requirements

Experience of liability and quantum essential.
Experience of personal injury in casualty claims preferred.
Critical thinking and quantum analysis experience required.
Good telephone advocacy skills.
Positive, confident and enthusiastic.
Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills including the ability to compose professional written communications.
Good advocacy skills.
Excellent inter-personal and client care skills.
Understanding of case law and litigation practice and process, and Court Practice Rules.
Ability to plan and prioritise workloads, keep to deadlines and work under pressure.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to weigh facts, apply the law and make decisions.
Ability to anticipate problems and identify solutions.
Driven to achieve to take development opportunities when they arise with a positive attitude.
Calm under pressure with the ability to re-prioritise and delegate effectively when required.
Confidence to take initiative to innovate and adapt to changing situations.
Confidence to seek advice and guidance when dealing with new tasks.
Ability to follow instruction and with attention to detail and to give clear instruction, direction and guidance to more junior members of the team.
Ability to recognise when sensitivity and tact are required.
Ability to effectively work within a team.
Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel and Office).
Good standard of education – 5 GCSE’s grade C/5 or equivalent including maths and English.
Experience of working for LV and Hastings preferred to ensure knowledge of SLAs and MI requirements.
Personal Effectiveness
Team Commitment: Values others perspective
Resilience: Demonstrates self-control
Passion for Growth and Improvement: Systematically improves performance
Embracing Change: Responds positively to change
Client Care: Works to add value for the client
Decision Making
Negotiation, Influence and Persuasion
Commercial Insight: Considers and understands commercial implications

Responsibilities

You will work as part of a team progressing each file from receipt of papers from the insurer client to resolution of the claim. The role will include:
Working with the Partner to manage a caseload of complex injury claims including high value multi-track claims.
Communicating with insurer clients, dealing with their queries and updating them as the matter progresses.
Forensic analysis of voluminous quantum evidence, preparing chronologies, identifying anomalies and other relevant information across various sources and categories of evidence.
Using your existing knowledge personal injury to identify relevant issues within medical records in order to instruct medical experts, drawing key issues to their attention.
Critical analysis of sources of liability evidence and identifying any gaps.
Drafting concise technical advice on all aspects of claim handling to include advice on indemnity, liability, quantum and causation issues and claims resolution for strategy discussion with the Partner.
Proactively identifying next steps required on matter, discussing those aspects with the Partner and taking action as agreed.
Interviewing witnesses and drafting statements.
Liaising with parties involved in claims including the insured, insurer, witnesses etc.
Drafting pleadings and applications.
Instructing counsel.
Delivery of agreed performance targets and quality standards.
Delegate assigned tasks for a Paralegal and be fully engaged in their development in terms of technical ability and achievement of objectives.
Maintaining case managements systems with up to date management information for clients.
To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations

FAQs

What is the primary location for this role?

The primary location for this role is the Manchester Office.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm, with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.

What type of cases will I be handling in this role?

You will be managing a caseload of EL/PL cases, including complex injury claims and high value multi-track cases.

Is prior experience in casualty claims required?

Experience of casualty claims is preferred, and a strong understanding of liability and quantum is essential.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will be working as part of a team, collaborating closely with the lead lawyer and other colleagues.

What kind of skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include critical thinking, quantum analysis experience, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage workloads effectively.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, the role includes opportunities for personal and professional development, including mentoring junior team members.

What is the contract type for this job?

The contract type for this job is permanent.

What values does the company uphold?

The company values include being connected, innovative, dynamic, and succeeding together.

What is the closing date for applications to this role?

The closing date for applications is 21 August 2024.

Keoghs

An insurance-focused, top 50 law firm, we act decisively for leading insurers and businesses in the insurance industry

Law

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

Mission & Purpose

We are a top 40 law firm, focusing on the insurance sector, acting on behalf of leading insurers, businesses and suppliers to the insurance industry for over 50 years. In 2020, we joined Davies, the specialist professional services and technology firm, working in partnership with leading insurance, highly regulated and global businesses. Handling general insurance claims of all types, from the lowest value disputes through to the largest catastrophic losses makes us a trusted strategic partner for our clients. We minimise indemnity spend by combining technical expertise, thought leadership and technology whilst improving processes and services to deliver market-leading outcomes.