NDA Fraud File Handler Assistant

2 weeks ago


Bolton le Sands Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time
The File Handler Assistant role involves working with File Handler(s) within a team environment. It is possible that as a File Handler Assistant that you will work with either 1 or 2 aligned File Handlers, or for any of the File Handlers within the fraud

team.The role involves working, by way of delegation, on cases on behalf of a wide range of Insurance clients. A File Handler Assistant will not have ownership of any of their own cases, they will be responsible for carrying out individual file handling tasks on

cases for and in support of the File Handler(s). On occasion the File Handler Assistant will be required to undertake strategic assessments on the case as well as to act on behalf of the File Handler in their absenceThe role will encompass procedural drafting and compliance, investigations and evidential reviews. A File Handler Assistant is expected to own each task delegated to them from start to finish. The role requires attention to detail and to ensure the case files

run pro-actively in order to assist the File Handlers’ strategic decision making. There will be exposure to several types of fraud work consisting of the following types of claim:• Bogus Passenger• Staged/Contrived• Fraudulent Exaggeration• Induced accidents• Low Speed Impact• Late Notification Claims• Credit Hire Fraud• MIB Claims• Organised Crime Compensation package Hyrbrid working 1 day in the office, 4 days remote,Health Care Cash Plan, Holidays 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) increasing to 26 after 5 years’ service and to 27 after 10 years’ service, Death In Service - after 1 year,

Employer Pension Contribution, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tech Scheme, Season Ticket Loan*, Gym Flex Key Accountabilities The work handled by the File Handler Assistant will be governed by the caseload of the File Handler(s) that they are assigned to, these include but are not limited to: Litigation • Procedural drafting• Costs SchedulesInvestigations• Evidential reviews and assessments• Liaising with policyholders and witnesses• Proofing of key witnesses• Working with counsel• Instructing experts - internal and/or external suppliers Resolution • Negotiation of third party costs in accordance with the CPR• Drafting of appropriate settlement documentationResponsibilities in case management include, but not limited to: Client Excellence • Assisting on files in accordance with agreed client guidelines• Ensuring maximum client satisfaction on each case Technical excellence • Liaising with all appropriate involvements on the case in order to carry out agreed investigations to meet the set strategy• Ensures all file and investigative deadlines are complied with• Dealing, and achieving, the best result with litigation, ensuring full compliance with the court timetable• Dealing pro-actively and achieving the best results with the case investigations from receipt until point of resolution• Timely and accurate maintenance of all Case Management Systems from opening to closure• Adherence to file management policies• Ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations Financial Excellence • Be commercially aware, by working in an efficient and effective manner• Commercial awareness so as to retain profitability• Achieve financial targets• Ensure timely and accurate billing Cultural Excellence • Adhere to the Keoghs Values Working Hours 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Parklands, Bolton office - Hybrid Experience, Skills and Qualifications Essential Skills and Attributes • Established interest in law either through further education (e.g. LPC or ILEX) or experience within a process driven legal environment• Experience of drafting court documents and understanding of processes• Good telephone and communication skills with people at all levels inside and outside the business• An ability to organise and prioritise tasks using initiative• Calm under pressure with the ability to re-prioritise and delegate effectively when required• An ability to analyse evidence• Good Literacy and IT skills• Good team worker with the flexibility to do what is required to get a result and ensure client service levels are met• Ability to work effectively within the Keoghs Shared Behaviour framework Required Soft Skills: • Client Care/Service• Organisation• Ability to prioritise and adaptability• Teamwork and collaboration• Oral and written communication• Interpersonal and social Values Our culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our four values are at the heart of everything we do; Keoghs values We are connectedWe are DynamicWe are InnovativeWe succeed together
  • File Handler Assistant

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 1 week ago


    Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    We are looking for ambitious, driven candidates who are looking to join a dynamic, exciting and collaborative division. You will work with industry leaders and household names. Many of our leadership team and partners started their careers at Keoghs which underlines both what a great place it is to work and also the commitment to our people and the...


  • Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    We are looking for ambitious, driven candidates who are looking to join a dynamic, exciting and collaborative division. You will work with industry leaders and household names. Many of our leadership team and partners started their careers at Keoghs which underlines both what a great place it is to work and also the commitment to our people and the...

  • Insurance fraud

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 1 week ago


    Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    Whilst our counter-fraud team is the largest and longest-established in the UK, we don’t do stuffy and formal; we are down to earth and enjoy the delivery of legal excellence. We are incredibly proud of our reputation and of the work we do with our clients in defeating dishonest motor claims and developing strategies and to identify and prevent new and...

  • Insurance fraud

    1 week ago


    Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    Whilst our counter-fraud team is the largest and longest-established in the UK, we don’t do stuffy and formal; we are down to earth and enjoy the delivery of legal excellence. We are incredibly proud of our reputation and of the work we do with our clients in defeating dishonest motor claims and developing strategies and to identify and prevent new and...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom SaccoMann Full time

    Job Details: **Posted**: - March 06 2023 **Location**: - Bolton, Greater Manchester**Salary**: - Negotiable **Division**: - Paralegals **Practice Area**: - Personal Injury **Type**: - Permanent **Experience**: **Ref**: - 140720_1678122321 Sacco Mann Are you an aspiring paralegal looking to enter the fraud sector? At Sacco Mann, we have an...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time

    You will work with industry leaders and household names. Many of our leadership team and partners started their careers at Keoghs which underlines both what a great place it is to work and also the commitment to our people and the development of their potential and their careers. The File Handler Assistant role involves undertaking agreed delegated actions...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom Davies Group Full time

    You will work with industry leaders and household names. Many of our leadership team and partners started their careers at Keoghs which underlines both what a great place it is to work and also the commitment to our people and the development of their potential and their careers. The File Handler Assistant will be assigned to work with a File Handler(s)...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time

    Assistant File Handler - Legacy - Disease The Assistant File Handler (AFH) will be assigned to work with a Lead File Handler with a caseload of Hourly Rate NIHL, HAVS and Complex Injury cases. Performing delegated tasks to pursue the progression/resolution of the case for the Complex Disease Litigation Department on fast and multi-track matter cases. **Key...


  • Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    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...

  • Small Claims Track File Handler

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 7 days ago


    Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    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...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time

    To assist Lead File Handler in handling predominantly asbestos and respiratory claims. To manage and progress claims for the Lead File Handler in accordance with the strategies and action plan as determined by the Lead File Handler. **Key Accountabilities** - Reviewing documents and preparing reports - Dealing with disclosure - Reviewing evidence (including...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time

    Keoghs are seeking a File Handler Assistant to take responsibility for elements of file handling. The File Handler Assistant will support the Lead File Handler in the settlement of cases and the closure of files within agreed SLA’s. **Key Accountabilities** - Acknowledging instructions, initially liaising with client’s, Court and parties; - Drafting...


  • Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    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...

  • Experienced Claims Handlers

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 7 days ago


    Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    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...

  • RTA File Handler

    Found in: Talent UK 2A C2 - 5 days ago


    Bolton, United Kingdom Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

    RTA Fee EarnerHybrid- 1 Day in office per weekBolton£25,000They are looking for someone to join the RTA litigated department to join the team as a 'Small Claims Track File Handler'. The file handler will have the responsibility of their own portfolio of litigated small claims track files under the guidance of a lead file handler with training provided. The...

  • RTA File Handler

    1 week ago


    Bolton, United Kingdom Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

    RTA Fee Earner Hybrid- 1 Day in office per week Bolton £25,000 They are looking for someone to join the RTA litigated department to join the team as a 'Small Claims Track File Handler'. The file handler will have the responsibility of their own portfolio of litigated small claims track files under the guidance of a lead file handler with training...

  • RTA File Handler

    Found in: Whatjobs ES C2 - 5 days ago


    Bolton, United Kingdom Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

    RTA Fee EarnerHybrid- 1 Day in office per weekBolton£25,000They are looking for someone to join the RTA litigated department to join the team as a 'Small Claims Track File Handler'. The file handler will have the responsibility of their own portfolio of litigated small claims track files under the guidance of a lead file handler with training provided. The...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time

    Supporting one or more Lead File Handlers with a specific focus on Care Home Claims, performing delegated tasks to aid the progression and/or resolution of these claims. **Key Accountabilities** - Key Accountabilities - To undertake initial steps on a file including sending out acknowledgements, and procedural documents such as AOS/Notice of Acting. -...

  • Virtual Legal Assistant

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 1 week ago


    Bolton le Sands, Lancashire, United Kingdom Keoghs LLP Full time

    Whilst our counter-fraud team is the largest and longest-established in the UK, we don’t do stuffy and formal; we are down to earth and enjoy the delivery of legal excellence. We are incredibly proud of our reputation and of the work we do with our clients in defeating dishonest motor claims and developing strategies and to identify and prevent new and...


  • Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time

    File Handler Assistant - Costs - Bolton The File Handler Assistant will assist and support the Costs Negotiator based within Commercial Litigation and Recoveries Costs Team. This will involve assisting with drafting statements of costs and negotiations. The FHA will take on a wide range of delegated tasks over time. Whilst working within a supportive...