Job Description

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Description

Working in our Non Delegated Authority (NDA) motor unit, the role of 'file handler' is to handle a caseload of small claims track litigated motor instructions on behalf of key insurer clients, from issue of proceedings through to Trial.

It will be necessary for the candidate to be able to demonstrate an ability to impress the client with the extent of their legal knowledge and provide clear unambiguous advice on the strategy for bringing a claim to its resolution. A clear view on both relevant case law and appropriate evidence will be necessary.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with RTA experience looking to begin in litigation and file handling. There will be development opportunities to move into fast track litigation and beyond.###

Key Accountabilities

Reviewing files, noting and abiding by Client Guidelines Knowledge of litigation, the CPR Rules and Court procedures Formulating initial and ongoing Strategy, efficiently and effectively, having in mind the appropriate fee structure Draft reports confirming Strategy and agreeing the most suitable approach with the client Draft legal documents and comply with Court orders/deadlines Throughout the lifetime of a case, being aware of the overall spend on a claim, whether fixed fee or hourly rate. Undertaking negotiations with Third Party Solicitors Liaising with Insured and Insurers and Brokers where necessary Ensuring 'actions' are carried out as per Action Lists in Case Management System Undertaking Court Hearings Ensuring relevant tasks are delegated to the paralegals Accurately processing bills in accordance with Client Guidelines Ensuring files are kept within ISO 9001 guidelines To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulation Adhere to the Keoghs Values
This is a full time permanent role working 35 hours per week Monday to Friday. We operate a hybrid working model and you'll be asked to attend the office one day per week, remainder working from home.###

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

Sound and practical experience of handling RTA files is essential, with evidence of managing own case load and reporting skills Drafting of legal documents, including defences, applications, witness statements, Part 18 Questions Liaising with and drafting instructions to Counsel Experience of managing fixed fees whilst delivering quality Good telephone negotiation skills Excellent listening and verbal communication skills Good IT skills including Word, Outlook, and experience of a Case Management System, and preference for working paperless but not essential Ability to:
Work as part of a Team

Use own initiative

Plan and prioritise workloads, and effectively use delegation

Remain clam under pressure

Recognise when sensitivity and tact are required

Identify key facts/issues and make early investigations and decisions to bring a case to a conclusion


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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 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
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About Keoghs

We are a specialist professional services and technology firm, working in partnership with leading insurance, highly regulated and global businesses.



We help our clients to manage risk, operate their core business processes, transform and grow. We deliver professional services and technology solutions across the risk and insurance value chain, including excellence in claims, underwriting, distribution, regulation & risk, customer experience, human capital, digital transformation & change management.



Our global team of more than 8,000 professionals operate across ten countries, including the UK & the U.S. Over the past ten years Davies has grown its annual revenues more than 20-fold, investing heavily in research & development, innovation & automation, colleague development, and client service. Today the group serves more than 1,500 insurance, financial services, public sector, and other highly regulated clients.