Job Description

Harrison Associates

is respected within the sector as one of the long-standing Expert Witness, Case Management and Rehabilitation organisations. For over 35 years, Harrison Associates has been helping people with life-changing injuries to reclaim their lives. We pride ourselves on knowledge and expertise, outstanding quality of service and outcome-focused solutions.

Purpose Of Role

Provide a first-class support service to the expert witness associates by completion of


proofreading, report editing and formatting cost tables for medico-legal reports. This position is


a crucial part of the administrative support network which means the candidate must be highly


organised and operationally efficient. Regular communication with experts and other members


of the team to ensure deadlines are accurate and met. Contribute to the development of the


team and company.

Responsibilities

Administer cases and instructions electronically ensure our case management system is

kept up to date
Build professional working relationships with expert associates and support them with

required aspects of their work
To carefully undertake proof reading and reports editing for the expert witness cases Correct grammar, spelling and punctuation Ensure consistent use of language, style and formatting Formulating Expert's recommendations and accurately completing costing tables Assisting expert witnesses to ensure processes and guidance for all reports and further

work are adhered to
Preparation of report/document templates, for example commentary reports, Scott

schedules and Joint Statements, plus formatting letters as necessary.
To research and liaise with assistive device/medical/disability equipment suppliers to assist

associates in formulating their reports. To keep resource files in this regard up to date.
Proactively liaise with experts regarding upcoming workflow and assist with the

renegotiation of deadlines, communicating with experts, trainers and/or customers as


required.
To help ensure the expert witness section is integrated with the other aspects of the

business, through open communication, collaboration when appropriate and involvement in


company events and meetings.
Maintain good relationships and a professional image with our staff, associates, customers,

and claimants.
Assist and participate in audit of the service as required. Support other team members when required To ensure that the Operations Director is informed of any issues in relation to workload,

health and safety, or organisational issues
To undertake any other duties as reasonably required

Skills & Experience

Good knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook Highly detail orientated and an analytical mind Quick and accurate reader Proven experience in proofreading and editing, preferably within a medical, medico
legal or legal field
Good mathematical skills Excellent typing skills Ability to work on own initiative, be proactive and managed workload priorities Good communication skills Adaptable, flexible, team player and self-motivated

Qualifications

A-level qualifications in English and Maths Typing qualification Preferred/relevant industry experience

Salary, Benefits and Hours

Full-time 37.5 hours per week Hybrid position (working from home and our Chorley based office) - equipment will be

provided
30 days leave plus bank holidays from commencement of role Pension scheme Private medical insurance after 6 months service Death in service Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Scheme 24,500pa




For more information and to apply please call Jess Remnant on 07880 203 462 or email jess.remnant@handlgroup.co.uk