Description

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain own caseload in a timely and efficient manner
• Create initial case strategy on liability and quantum.
• Undertake effective telephone discussions and negotiations 
• Proofing witnesses, assessing their evidence and drafting statements.
• Drafting of all Court document whilst ensuring all Court deadlines are met.
• Instructing, briefing and liaising with Counsel.
• Guiding the Defendant through the litigation process where required and setting expectations.
• Timely and accurate maintenance of all case management, billing and management information systems to ensure completeness of records and aid business decision making 
• Delegation of tasks where available and appropriate to other members of the team where appropriate
• Dealing with correspondence and telephone calls within service level agreements, 
• Updating reports upon receipt of evidence as required. 
• Meeting agreed performance targets 
• Adhering to Client Guidelines 
• Provide written updates by email or letter to clients detailing case activity to ensure that they receive up to date and accurate information about progress when requested 

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Established experience in law through further education or experience
• Drive to kick start your legal career and driven to take development opportunities when they arise with a positive attitude
• RTA file handling experience within a law practice or Insurer is not essential but would be advantageous
• Good understanding of the highway code and basic road traffic act principles
• Ability to plan and prioritise workloads
• Efficient in a process driven environment

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 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 wellbeing
• Death In Service – after 1 years’ service
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets