Litigated File Handler - Military Disease
Department: Legal
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Bolton
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.
Key Accountabilities
* 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, 9 am – 5 pm, 1 hour unpaid for lunch; Flexible office location: Between Bolton & Coventry
Experience, Skills and Qualifications
* 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.
* We are Connected: Foster strong relationships and collaboration.
* We are Dynamic: Embrace change and drive innovation.
* We are Innovative: Continuously seek creative solutions.
* We Succeed Together: Celebrate collective achievements and teamwork.
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
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