Department: CSG - Casualty (EL/PL / Complex Injury / Disease / Fraud / Motor Injury / Vehicle Hire and Damage)
Location: Newport
What you will do
* Effectively running your own case load of complex injury files to ensure deadlines are met and cases managed proactively to conclusion
* Devising a clear case strategy which is adhered to, ensuring cases are run smoothly and balance the commercial interests of both the Firm and the client
* Working with other lawyers on more complex or higher value claims
* Ensuring work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards to include:
o Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols
o Achievement of agreed financial targets
o Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements
o Prompt and accurate provision of MI
o Applying appropriate and current technical expertise and case law
o Effectively managing risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly
o Engaging with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients, at all times acting as an ambassador of the firm
o Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Client Relationship Partner
o Maintaining and developing technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions and reading appropriate publications
Who you are
* Ambitious individual seeking to progress your career in an industry leading firm
* Previous experience of working on RTA/ EL/ & PL Large Loss/ Catastrophic and Complex Injury claims
* A high level of personal compliance with firm protocols and procedures
* Good legal knowledge relevant to your area of expertise
* An ability to adopt a commercial perspective to legal issues.
* Confident negotiation skills
* The ability to be team oriented and collegiate with a willingness to share knowledge with and support other members of the team
* Excellent relationship and client handling skills. Able to deal confidently and professionally with clients on day to day activities
Whats in it for you
* High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - https://jobs.dacbeachcroft.com/whats-in-it-for-you/
* A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
* Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
* In person and remote social events
* Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities
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