File Handler

File Handler - NDA Motor - Bolton The successful candidate will handle delegated (mainly litigated) motor instructions on behalf of key insurer clients. 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. The successful candidate should be able to recognise cases with a technical bias, e.g. whether the Insurer is a contractual Insurer, RTA Insurer, or Article 75 Insurer, and what actions are required if the policyholder is a Claimant and there is a counterclaim be pursued. 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. • 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 recording time Essential Skills and Attributes • Sound and practical experience of handling RTA litigated files is essential, with evidence of managing own case load and reporting skills • Ability to plan and prioritise workloads •Excellent listening and verbal communication skills • Good telephone negotiation skills • Good IT skills including Word, Outlook, and experience of a Case Management System preferred What we Can Offer You •A learning culture with employee development at the heart of the people development pathway •Excellent flexible benefits including 25 days plus bank holidays Annual leave entitlement, Healthcare Cash Plan as standard, contributions based pension scheme and a variety of discounts on gym membership,retail and leisure outlet, parking scheme, travel loans and much more Standard 35 hour week Keoghs is one of the leading providers of claims-related services to insurers, businesses and other suppliers to the insurance sector. We combine proven processes, technology and a low cost infrastructure with deep legal and insurance market knowledge. This enables us to create individual solutions for each of our clients that match their requirements in terms of quality, performance and value for money. Our culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our five values are at the heart of everything we do; We listen, are down to earth and supportive We work together towards a common goal We’re friendly with a can do attitude We care about our clients We evolve We’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for interest in this position and in our organisation Strictly no agencies please Keoghs is a Disability Confident employer and we endeavour to recruit from the widest possible pool of suitable candidates. If you require any adjustments or special arrangements to be made to our application process on account of a disability please contact recruitment.