Credit Hire Claims Handler

1 week ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Talent Network Partners Full time

Job DescriptionCredit Hire Claims HandlerSalary: per annumLocation:Newcastle upon TyneJob Type:Full time permanentJob DescriptionOur client a highly regarded and long-established law firm in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Claims Handler to join their thriving Credit Hire department.The primary purpose of the role will be to handle track credit hire litigation claims.Roles & Responsibilities:The successful candidates duties will include (but are not limited to):Checking and review of initial informationIdentifying and processing files to be rejectedChecking and recording/dairying important dates (e.g. limitation striking out setting down application for judgment directions assessment of damages trial)Keeping individual client database/files up to dateReviewing files and reporting regularly to clients introducers team leaders or othersLiaising with witnesses and expert witnessesLiaising and negotiating with insurers solicitors courts Counsel and other agenciesPreparing files for issue of court proceedingsPreparing files for CMCs assessment of damages hearings and trialReporting to team leader any difficulties or delays on filesAttending team meetingsProviding statistics in relation to files handled upon requestPreparing/presenting files for costingNotifying accounts of disbursements incurred/to be recoveredConsidering information/updates in relation to legal procedures and/or assessment of quantum. This will include analysis of credit hire issues relating to need period rate enforceability etc. including consideration and analysis of basic hire rates reports and advising on offers.Dealing promptly with telephone enquiries from clients introducers and othersAssisting other team members as necessaryTo carry out such other duties as might reasonably be requested by the PartnersCandidate Requirements & Attributes:At least 1 years litigation experience.Credit hire experience would be advantageous but is not essentialA good knowledge of legal concepts good drafting skills.A strong understanding of core liability causation consent and quantum issues.Knowledge of legal procedure including issue and service of proceedings on the DCP directions timetables experience in obtaining factual and expert evidence trial preparationExperience of drafting simple schedules of lossAbility to liaise with Counsel and experts appropriately and professionally.Good client care skills & excellent attention to detailIT literate.Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise. These are essential requirements.Team player with a positive enthusiastic conscientious and pro-active approach.Ability to cope with conflicting demands and meet deadlines.Communicates effectively at all levels both verbally and written.Ability to demonstrate behaviour in keeping with the firms core values. Key Skills Corporate Paralegal,Baan,IT Sales and Marketing,Civil Quality Control,Activex,Jboss Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1



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