Assistant Lawyer

Department: LegalLocation: BoltonDescriptionKeoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We now have a number of exciting opportunities for talented insurance lawyers to join our Property Risks and Coverage Team.These roles are based at our Bolton office but feature strong connections with, and team working alongside, our London and Bristol offices. Flexible working is encouraged for the right candidates.Our large and complex cases require a collaborative approach and you will be part of a team handling some of the largest property damage and insurance coverage claims in the UK – fires, escapes of water, construction and engineering failures.In the first instance the successful candidate will be working closely with a Lead Lawyer to assist in the running of substantial commercial insurance litigation disputes across the range of legal issues identified above. The role may also involve assisting other Assistant Lawyers in the sub-specialist team. Key ResponsibilitiesThe key accountabilities for these roles will be dependent upon the level at which the successful candidate starts in role but typically the key accountabilities will include:Reviewing documents and preparing draft advices to client on behalf of Lead LawyerBespoke draft advices on coverage for Lead lawyerAssisting the Lead lawyer with all aspects of the litigation processConsidering the issues of coverage, liability, quantum and strategyConducting investigationsPreparing first draft instructions to counsel and expertsLegal researchDocument searchesAttendances at client meetings/strategy discussions/conferences for the purpose of note taking and follow up.Ensuring compliance with the SRA Standards & RegulationsThe above is not a definitive list of possible work which may be delegated and which they may be required to undertake.Working Hours 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Bolton, Parklands Office. We are hybrid workers with attendance required 1 day in the office.Such other hours are necessarily to comply with client/court obligations.Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseRecruitment CriteriaLegal qualification require ie. Solicitor/FILEXPrevious Defendant property insurance litigation experienceA knowledge and understanding of the types of disputes handled by the department and claims handled by the department’s insurer clientsKnowledge of product liability related issues, breach of contract, negligence, property law, insurance coverage issueDesirableExperience of dealing with complaints to the FOS referralsRequired Soft Skills: An ability to prioritise workloadAbility to pay attention to detailAbility to work with case management systemsThe personal skills to deal with such work as major and expensive litigation involving liaison with senior claims handlersValuesOur 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 are connectedWe are DynamicWe are InnovativeWe succeed togetherBenefitsDavies Incentive Plan25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.Simply Health Care Cash PlanWeCare – 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 wellbeingDeath in ServiceCritical Illness CoverPHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% EmployerEmployee Resource GroupsEmployee Volunteering ProgrammeCycle to Work Scheme*Tech Scheme*Season Ticket Loan*Gym Flex*Access to Online Discount SitesDiscounted Gourmet Society MembershipDiscounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwideDiscounts at local retail outlets* after successfully completing probation