Fast Track File Handler

This a diverse role with opportunities to work on a mixed caseload for high profile corporate and insurance clients. The successful candidate will handle a caseload of EL/PL cases. Day to day handling of a litigated caseload of EL/PL cases, subject to supervision according to Keoghs competency framework, to include: • Building relationships with Keoghs clients. • Assessing and advising on liability and quantum. • Devising strategies to resolve cases with the best possible outcome, identifying areas to investigate and evidence to collate. • Dealing with disclosure. • Proofing witnesses and preparing detailed witness statements. • Marshalling expert evidence. • Sound knowledge on credit hire • Working with the wider team to ensure a seamless delivery of services to Keoghs clients. • To ensure compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct 2011 and relevant Service Standards. 35 hours per week Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch • Proven experience of handling litigated EL/PL cases with a value of up to £10,000 is essential. • Good communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team. • Strong IT skills and experience of working with a case management system. • An ability to prioritise workload. • Excellent attention to detail. • A willingness to change and adapt in order to deliver the best results for our clients. Davies Incentive Plan 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) 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 Critical Illness Cover PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance) Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer Employee Resource Groups Employee Volunteering Programme 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