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Senior Paralegal-Scotland

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Keoghs

1mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Glasgow

Requirements

  • Experience of handling pre and post-litigation files for insurer clients.
  • Experience of defending credit hire, personal injury and counter fraud files on behalf of insurer clients.
  • Experience of drafting court documents and understanding of processes.
  • Good telephone and communication skills with people at all levels inside and outside the business.
  • An ability to organise and prioritise tasks using initiative.
  • Calm under pressure with the ability to re-prioritise and delegate effectively when required.
  • An ability to maintain attention to detail when dealing with repetitive tasks.
  • An ability to analyse evidence.
  • Team player.
  • Self-confidence.
  • Good Literacy and IT skills.
  • Good team worker with the flexibility to do what is required to get a result and ensure client service levels are met.
  • Ability to work effectively within the Keoghs Shared Behaviour framework.
  • Business Focus.
  • Client Care.
  • Decision Making.
  • Negotiation, Influence and Persuasion.
  • Commercial Insight.

Responsibilities

  • Running their own case load of pre and post-litigation defender motor files
  • Adhering to court deadlines and managing files in accordance with court timetables
  • Instructing experts
  • Instructing and working with Counsel
  • Carrying out detailed reviews of medical records
  • Liaising with clients/other insurers/third parties
  • Liaising with policyholders and witnesses
  • Negotiating settlements
  • Drafting pleadings/court documents
  • Assisting other fee earners with their case loads
  • Any other tasks as they arise to efficiently run their caseload

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Senior Paralegal role?

The primary focus of the Senior Paralegal role is to work on the defence of litigated motor cases on behalf of various Insurance clients, handling a mix of personal injury, credit hire, and counter fraud files.

What type of experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have experience handling pre and post-litigation files for insurer clients, including defending credit hire, personal injury, and counter fraud cases.

What skills are necessary for success in this role?

Necessary skills include good communication abilities, organizational and prioritization skills, attention to detail, analytical skills, and proficiency in IT and literacy.

What kind of tasks will the Senior Paralegal handle?

The Senior Paralegal will manage their own case load, adhere to court deadlines, instruct experts and counsel, conduct reviews of medical records, negotiate settlements, draft court documents, and assist other fee earners.

Is this position permanent or temporary?

This position is permanent.

Where is the office located for this role?

The office is located in Glasgow, at The Forsyth Building.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 21 August 2024.

What type of contract will the Senior Paralegal be working under?

The Senior Paralegal will be working under a permanent contract.

Is teamwork important in this role?

Yes, being a good team player is essential as the role requires collaboration and flexibility to ensure client service levels are met.

Are there opportunities for career development in this position?

While the job description does not explicitly mention career development, the experience gained in this role can provide valuable skills and exposure for future advancement within the legal sector.

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.