- Location
- Birmingham
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Litigated File Handler
Department: Legal
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Birmingham
Description
Primary Responsibility: Manage a caseload of predominantly litigated NIHL claims within a supportive team environment.
Objective: Progress claims using effective strategies to achieve desired client outcomes and maintain profitability.
Requirements: Prior experience handling NIHL claims and the ability to manage a litigated caseload.
Objective: Progress claims using effective strategies to achieve desired client outcomes and maintain profitability.
Requirements: Prior experience handling NIHL claims and the ability to manage a litigated caseload.
Key Responsibilities
Document Review and Report Preparation
- Ensure accuracy and completeness in all document reviews and reports.
Disclosure Management
- Handle sensitive information with integrity and discretion.
Evidence Review
- Analyze medical and personnel records thoroughly.
Conducting Investigations
- Obtain comprehensive witness statements and interact with Insured individuals.
Instructing Counsel and Experts
- Provide detailed instructions to legal and expert personnel.
Research and General Drafting
- Conduct thorough research and produce high-quality draft documents.
Attending Conferences and Trials
- Be present and contribute effectively during conferences and trials.
Routine Correspondence
- Manage and respond to everyday communications promptly.
Court Appointments
- Attend and represent at court appointments as required.
Liaising with Insurers and Insureds
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with insurers and insured individuals.
Adherence to Court Timetables
- Ensure all deadlines and schedules are met.
Compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations
- Uphold professional standards and regulatory compliance.
Upholding Keoghs Values
- Embody the core values and principles of Keoghs in all tasks.
Working Hours
- 35 hours per week: Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
- Flexible office location: Between Bolton & Birmingham
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Technical Proficiency: Expert in handling disease cases, with a focus on NIHL.
- Effective Negotiation: Strong negotiator, adept at reaching favorable outcomes
- Initiative: Ability to use own initiative to solve problems and make decisions.
- Flexibility: Adaptable to various tasks and situations
- Communication Skills: Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to Detail: Maintain concentration and meticulous attention to detail.
- Self-Organization: Capable of organizing and prioritizing tasks independently.
- Work Under Pressure: Thrive in high-pressure environments and meet targets.
- Enthusiasm and Hard Work: Demonstrates enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
- IT Skills: Proficient in using IT tools and technologies
Job Benefits
- Davies Incentive Plan
- 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
- Death In Service – after 1 years’ service
- Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Tech Scheme*
- Season Ticket Loan*
- Gym Flex*
- Access to Online Discount Sites
- Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
- Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
- Discounts at local retail outlets
*after successfully completing probation
Skills
ComplianceNegotiation