About the Role
Paralegal/ Litigation Executive - Motor Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds or Birmingham Hybrid Permanent. Our Motor team are growing, and we are seeking experienced Paralegals/Litigation Executives to join at our Manchester office to support our amazing growth journey!
What will you be doing?
This is a great opportunity for a Litigation Executive who is looking to build upon their experience, as you will be running a litigated caseload of small claims matters dealing with liability and vehicle damage claims. You will assist other Litigation Executive/Claims Handlers as and when required with an average case load of 100 files, so having previous litigation experience dealing with claim handling a litigated caseload preferable a defendant case load is highly desired.
Responsibilities
* Draft documents, applications, offers, orders and directions.
* Attend telephone conferences and manage cases in line with SLAs.
* Review quantum, valuing general and special damages and formalise case plans.
* Enter into telephone negotiations, liaise with third party solicitors and insurers, own insurer clients and lay clients.
What do I need?
The ideal candidate would have experience in handling litigated claims, preferably with a focus on defendant cases. Familiarity with the CPR and the SRA Code of Conduct, along with their practical application and knowledge of motor insurance would be a huge plus.
You will need to bring an enthusiastic and self‑motivated attitude with a desire to achieve and exceed targets combined with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. The ability to demonstrate initiative and creative problem solving is desirable. We would like to see a strong work ethic and a committed team player.
Progression
As a firm we are fully committed to nurturing and growing talent, and part of that is recognising the results of an individual's work and rewarding high performance. Progression isn't just limited to qualification. Many people within Motor department have had the opportunity to be promoted into management and operational positions and/or develop as technical specialists. We have several routes on progression, from Training contracts, Graduate Legal Apprenticeship and pathways in becoming a Team Leader.
What's in it for you?
We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. Flexible working, relaxed dress code, investment in people, internal promotion, private healthcare provision, company pension scheme, enhanced parental leave, cycle to work scheme, life insurance, income protection, employee assistance programme, digital GP service, season ticket loans, flu vouchers, bonus scheme, HF discounts, hub.
About the Company
HF is one of the UK's leading providers of legal and handling services to the insurance and commercial sectors. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK's 20 largest insurers in specialist areas such as Counter Fraud, Large & Catastrophic Injury, Motor, Disease, Casualty, Aviation, Recoveries, Costs and Credit Hire.
What next?
If you are ready to apply, the button is below. As an equal opportunities' employer, we're passionate about inclusive hiring approaches. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll do our best to support you!
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