Small Claims Track Lawyer
1 week ago
OverviewSmall Claims Track Lawyer - Property Recoveries. Department: Legal. Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time. Location: Bolton. Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and is dynamic in its sector. We have an exciting opportunity for a talented insurance lawyer within the Property Risks & Coverage Team. This role is based in our Bolton office but flexible working is encouraged for the right candidate. The Recoveries sub-specialist team works across the national offices but primarily from Bolton and Bristol. The SCT/FT team works collaboratively across offices, so geographic location is not a crucial factor for this role. This is a claimant role and the successful candidate will handle a portfolio of Household and Commercial Property recovery files covering a cross section of perils for a selection of the team’s well-known insurers up to a value of £25K typically.Any additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply.Key ResponsibilitiesInitial review/report – considering funding, prospects of successful recovery and triage of claimReviewing evidenceConducting investigations and establishing causes of actionInstructing counsel and expertsLegal researchDrafting generally including letter of claim, claim form and particulars to commence proceedingsAttending conferences and trials with counselDealing with routine correspondenceLiaising with lay and insurer clientsEngaging in settlement negotiations including consideration and drafting of Part 36 offersPreparing pre-action and interim applicationsPreparing documents for trialAssisting with ADR (including mediation)Court appointmentsConducting advocacy by telephone and in personEnsure compliance with the SRA Standards & RegulationsWorking Hours35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Bolton, Parklands Office.Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseRecruitment Criteria:Previous experience in a Defendant or Claimant litigation firmAn ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demandsAbility to pay attention to detailAbility to work with case management systemsRequired Soft Skills:The personal skills to deal with such work as major and expensive litigation involving liaison with senior claims handlersValuesOur culture is focused on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with these five values at the heart of everything we do: We are connected; We are Dynamic; We are Innovative; We succeed together. xpwpeyx BenefitsDavies 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#J-18808-Ljbffr
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