Our client is an established international insurance company. They are looking for a paralegal claims handler to join the team on a contract basis to handle a a wide variety of civil litigation claims.
Role Overview
You will join an existing team which focuses on civil litigation claims. This includes property disputes, contract disputes, construction and landlord/tenant claims. You will deal with the claim from inception to finish with a focus on assessing coverage, prospects of success and proportional cost handling of the claim.
The role will require someone with a background in civil litigation and a legal experience/training.
Candidate Profile
1. The ideal candidate will have some prior experience working in a legal claims setting with a knowledge of civil litigation.
2. Further training on policy coverage and interpretation will be given. Prior experience in an insurance setting would be an advantage.
3. Confident dealing with a variety of stakeholders including brokers, solicitors and policy holders.
What’s on Offer
4. This is a contract role scheduled to last 18 months to cover maternity and sickness in the team.
5. Potential for role to become permanent.
6. Salary is c£36000 plus 5% completion bonus if you last full 18 months.
7. Great opportunity for someone from a legal background looking to transition into insurance sector/in-house.