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Keoghs

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Legal
  • Liverpool
  • 11d left

AI generated summary

  • You should have an established interest in law, IT literacy, strong communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to prioritize tasks, and a client-focused approach while handling sensitive information.
  • You will manage court orders, handle CRU, process payments, close files, achieve chargeable targets, and assist with administrative tasks as needed by the team.

Requirements

  • - Established interest in law either through further education or experience within a process driven legal environment.
  • - IT Literate; Proficient in MS Office to include Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
  • - Ability to plan and prioritise workloads
  • - Calm under pressure with the ability to re-prioritise and delegate effectively when required.
  • - Confident with ability to take initiative to innovate and adapt to changing situations.
  • - Good team worker with the flexibility to do what is required to get a result and ensure client service levels are met.
  • - Work effectively within the Keoghs Shared Behaviour framework.
  • - Confidence to seek advice and guidance when dealing with new tasks.
  • - Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
  • - Ability to follow instruction with attention to detail.
  • - Client care - Respond professionally to client requests and have an ability to maintain an even disposition whilst handling sensitive and/or confidential material.

Responsibilities

  • To undertake a range of duties on files including diarising court orders, dealing with CRU, sending chasers, processing imprest payments, completion of MI file closure and other delegated chargeable non-legal tasks.
  • To achieve a chargeable target
  • To assist with other non-chargeable duties including file closures/transfer and other administration tasks as requested by the team.

FAQs

What is the primary location for this Paralegal role?

The primary location for this role is the Liverpool Office, specifically at St. Pauls Square.

What are the working hours for this position?

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

Is this a permanent position?

Yes, this Paralegal position is a permanent contract.

What qualifications or experience are required for this role?

Candidates should have an established interest in law through further education or experience within a process-driven legal environment.

What key skills are essential for this job?

Essential skills include IT literacy (proficient in MS Office), the ability to plan and prioritize workloads, strong communication skills, the capacity to work under pressure, and a commitment to client care.

What responsibilities will I have as a Paralegal in the litigated motor team?

Responsibilities include undertaking various duties on files such as diarising court orders, dealing with CRU, sending chasers, processing payments, and assisting with file closures/administrative tasks.

What does the team handle in terms of case value?

The litigated motor team handles cases from corporate clients with a value of up to £100,000.

How important is teamwork in this role?

Teamwork is very important, as the role requires flexibility to achieve results and meet client service levels while working effectively within the team framework.

What values are central to the culture at Keoghs?

The core values at Keoghs are being connected, dynamic, innovative, and succeeding together.

What is the chargeable target for this role?

The role includes achieving a chargeable target, specific details can be discussed during the interview process.

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.