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The File Handler will manage a caseload of varied EL/PL cases on behalf of a number of insurance clients. The role requires a forensic and analytical approach to employer and public liability issues together with experience and/or appreciation of the documents and evidence required in these types of cases. The majority of the cases will be Fast-Track with the potential to handle Multi Track cases up to £100K, cases are generally handled on a non-delegated authority basis. Key Responsibilities Considering concepts and merits of primary and secondary liability in employer and public liability claims. Handling matters in accordance with client SLA's. Initial report/review and setting strategy for the management of the claim. Reviewing evidence (eg. Witness statements, GP records, Occupational Health/ Personnel records, property inspection reports). Dealing with Disclosure. Conducting investigations. Conducting CMC's and applications. Review and report re exchange of evidence, receipt of medical evidence, joints statements or at any other stage. Instructing Counsel/investigators/medical and other experts. Drafting questions to medical experts. Costs Schedules. Dealing with routine correspondence & reviewing matters throughout. Drafting in general. Research. Counter Schedule. Pre-Trial reports. Attending Conferences and Trial with Counsel. Preparing/checking Trial Bundles. CRU appeal. To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations. 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 Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Experience of handling a caseload of EL/PL files. Previous litigation experience. Meeting targets. Positive, confident and enthusiastic. Good advocacy skills. Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills. Good client care skills and evidence of working to client guidelines on a non-delegated basis. Ability to prioritise work, keep to deadlines and work under pressure. High level of analytical skills. Ability to make decisions and delegate effectively. Ability to anticipate problems and identify solutions Ability to maintain concentration and pay attention to detail. Driven to achieve. Excellent IT Skills. Ability to work within the Keoghs Shared Values framework. The ability to demonstrate resilience and self-control. Values Our 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 connected We are DynamicWe are Innovative We succeed together Benefits Davies Incentive Plan 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) 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 Critical Illness Cover PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance) Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer Employee Resource Groups Employee Volunteering Programme 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 after successfully completing probation

The Claims Handler will manage a caseload of EL/PL delegated authority fixed fee cases on behalf of a number of insurance clients, working in conjunction with a Technical Support Lawyer who will be involved in setting strategies and making liability decisions, as well as responsible for their technical development. The role requires a forensic and analytical approach to the issues together with experience and/or appreciation of the documents and evidence required in these types of cases. The work type likely to feature in the case load are Pre-action disclosure files, Infant Approval Hearings and EL/PL files handled on a Delegated Authority basis. In addition the Assistant File Handler will support File Handlers on tasks within their caseloads. Key Responsibilities Duties will include the following (based on experience), but may not be limited to: Considering and responding to Applications for Pre-action disclosure Handling matters in accordance with client SLA's Instructing Counsel/advocate Reviewing evidence Legal Research Negotiations/ Drafting Payments into Court Dealing with routine correspondence Initial review and setting strategy for the management of the claim Reviewing matters throughout CRU Dealing with disclosure Reviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records) Conducting investigations with Insured's / obtaining witness statements Liaising with parties involved in claims including the insured, Claimant Solicitors and witnesses Instructing Counsel / Experts Attending conferences and Trials with Counsel and note taking Dealing with routine correspondence Reviewing quantum Drafting Tomlin Orders and Consent Orders Draft Cost schedules Dealing with general or straightforward queries Telephone chasing activities Filing out Allocation Questionnaires and witness summon Ensuring compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations. 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 Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Self-confident with 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 maintain attention to detail when dealing with repetitive tasks 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 Contributes actively to an environment in which colleagues work cooperatively with each other. Ability to meet performance targets Positive, confident and enthusiastic Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills Good client care skills and evidence of working to client guidelines on a delegated basis Ability to prioritise work, keep to deadlines and work under pressure High level of analytical skills Desirable Previous personal injury file handling experience Legal Education- ILEX, LPC or equivalent work experience Experience of handling a caseload of EL/PL files would be advantageous. Previous litigation experience is preferred Good advocacy skills Benefits 25 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 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 Critical Illness Cover PHI/Income Protection ( Private health insurance) 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 after successfully completing probation

Our client is looking to recruit a Casualty / Liability Claims Handler within their Liability team in Manchester on a Hybrid basis. You will use your technical knowledge and experience to proactively investigate liability claims for Employers & Public Liability and report thereon, in compliance with prevailing client requirements / service standards and providing exceptional customer service throughout. The role requires you to investigate and settle (as required) liability claims, covering legal/policy liability and quantum, gathering evidence to support your recommendations in a timely manner and in compliance with client requirements. Interested applicants should apply online or forward their CV s to Craig Dyson at Exchange Street Claims (phone number removed)/(url removed) Job Ref: CD271. For all other vacancies, take a look at our website - (url removed)

Our client is looking to recruit a Senior Casualty / Liability Claims Handler within their Liability team in Manchester on a Hybrid basis. You will use your technical knowledge and experience to proactively investigate liability claims for Employers & Public Liability and report thereon, in compliance with prevailing client requirements / service standards and providing exceptional customer service throughout. The role requires you to investigate and settle (as required) liability claims, covering legal/policy liability and quantum, gathering evidence to support your recommendations in a timely manner and in compliance with client requirements. Interested applicants should apply online or forward their CV s to Craig Dyson at Exchange Street Claims (phone number removed)/(url removed) Job Ref: CD272. For all other vacancies, take a look at our website - (url removed)

Our client is looking to recruit a remote/homebased Casualty / Liability Claims Handler attached to their Leeds office. You will use your technical knowledge and experience to proactively investigate liability claims for Employers & Public Liability and report thereon, in compliance with prevailing client requirements / service standards and providing exceptional customer service throughout. The role requires you to investigate and settle (as required) liability claims, covering legal/policy liability and quantum, gathering evidence to support your recommendations in a timely manner and in compliance with client requirements. Interested applicants should apply online or forward their CV s to Craig Dyson at Exchange Street Claims (phone number removed)/(url removed) Job Ref: CD270. For all other vacancies, take a look at our website - (url removed)

Our client is looking to recruit a Casualty / Liability Claims Handler to work on a remote / home working basis. You will use your technical knowledge and experience to proactively investigate liability claims for Employers & Public Liability (injury and TPPD) and report thereon, in compliance with prevailing client requirements / service standards and providing exceptional customer service throughout. The role requires you to investigate and settle (as required) liability claims, covering legal/policy liability and quantum, gathering evidence to support your recommendations in a timely manner and in compliance with client requirements.

Our client is looking to recruit a Casualty / Liability Claims Handler to work on a remote / home working basis. You will use your technical knowledge and experience to proactively investigate liability claims for Employers & Public Liability (injury and TPPD) and report thereon, in compliance with prevailing client requirements / service standards and providing exceptional customer service throughout. The role requires you to investigate and settle (as required) liability claims, covering legal/policy liability and quantum, gathering evidence to support your recommendations in a timely manner and in compliance with client requirements.