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Litigated File Handler

Davies

Responsibilities

  • Progress claims using effective strategies to achieve desired client outcomes and maintain profitability.
  • 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.

Primary Responsibility

Manage a caseload of predominantly litigated NIHL claims within a supportive team environment.

Requirements

Prior experience handling NIHL claims and the ability to manage a litigated caseload.

Key Responsibilities

  • Working Hours
  • 35 hours per week: Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Flexible office location

Between Bolton & Birmingham

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

  • 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

Job 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