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SCT FT Lawyer

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Keoghs

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • 10d left

AI generated summary

  • You should have litigation experience, knowledge of property claims, strong time management, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills. A law degree is preferred.
  • You will review documents, conduct investigations, draft court documents, attend trials, negotiate settlements, liaise with clients, and ensure compliance with SRA regulations.

Requirements

  • Previous litigation experience
  • Knowledge and understanding of the types of disputes handled by the department
  • An ability to prioritise workload
  • Ability to pay attention to detail
  • Ability to work with case management systems
  • Ability to record time and consider profitability/economics of claims
  • Ability to work with fast pace litigation using initiative
  • Degree level Education and/or Post graduate (preferably Law)
  • Previous experience of dealing with property insurance claims
  • Knowledge of property liability related issues, breach of contract, negligence, property, and subrogated claims.
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Ability to prioritise

Responsibilities

  • Reviewing documents and preparing reports
  • Dealing with disclosure
  • Reviewing witness and expert evidence
  • Conducting investigations
  • Instructing counsel and experts
  • Legal research
  • Drafting court documents generally
  • Attending conferences and trials with counsel
  • Dealing with routine correspondence
  • Liaising with lay and insurer clients
  • Engaging in settlement negotiations, including consideration and drafting of Part 36 offers
  • Preparing pre-action and interim applications
  • Preparing documents and bundles for trial
  • Assisting with ADR (including mediation)
  • Court appointments
  • Conducting advocacy by telephone and in person
  • Ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is SCT FT Lawyer.

Where is the role based?

The role is based in Bolton.

What type of law does this position focus on?

This position focuses on insurance law, specifically within the Property Risks and Coverage Team.

What are the working hours for this role?

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

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

You will be handling liability and quantum claims, including issues such as impact damage, fires, escapes of water and oil, collision damage, boundary disputes, trespass, and nuisance claims.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree level education and/or postgraduate qualification (preferably in Law) is required, along with previous litigation experience.

Is previous experience in property insurance claims necessary?

While previous experience in dealing with property insurance claims is desirable, it is not strictly required for the role.

What soft skills are important for this position?

Important soft skills for this position include critical thinking, time management, and the ability to prioritize tasks.

Is this a permanent position?

Yes, this is a permanent position.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 14 October 2024.

Will I be expected to conduct advocacy in this role?

Yes, the role includes conducting advocacy by telephone and in person.

What values are important to Keoghs as an organization?

Keoghs values include being connected, dynamic, innovative, and succeeding together.

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.