- Location
- Bristol
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Insurance
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Litigated EL/PL Claims Handler
Department: Claims Management
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Bristol
Description
Keoghs is seeking an experienced Claims Handler to manage a portfolio of litigated Employer's and Public Liability claims for a major insurer client.
Working on a delegated authority basis, you'll take ownership of claims from instruction through to resolution, making key decisions, driving litigation strategy and delivering excellent client outcomes. You'll be supported by a dedicated Technical Support Lawyer, providing guidance on complex legal and procedural issues when required.
This role offers a manageable caseload, real autonomy and the opportunity to handle a varied mix of litigated personal injury claims, including matters requiring Infant Approval Hearings.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of litigated EL/PL claims.
- Investigate liability, causation and quantum.
- Review pleadings, witness evidence, medical records and expert reports.
- Develop effective litigation and settlement strategies.
- Negotiate settlements within delegated authority limits.
- Handle claims proceeding through Infant Approval Hearings.
- Maintain accurate reserving and file management.
- Build strong relationships with the insurer client and key stakeholders.
- Collaborate with a Technical Support Lawyer on complex cases and technical issues.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Experience handling litigated EL/PL claims.
- Strong knowledge of personal injury litigation and the Civil Procedure Rules.
- Experience working within a delegated authority environment.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills.
- Able to manage a caseload independently while maintaining high service standards.
Why join Keoghs?
- Hybrid working, with colleagues typically attending the office one day per week
- Brand-new offices in the heart of Bristol city centre
- A dog-friendly workplace, so your four-legged companion is welcome to join you in the office!
Davies Incentive Plan
- 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
- Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
- 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
- Critical Illness Cover
- PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
- Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
- Employee Resource Groups
- Employee Volunteering Programme
- 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
Negotiation