At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in managing sensitive legal files and support case progression.
- Company: Join Keoghs, a leading provider in claims-related services.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, health plans, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in high-profile cases while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication and organisational skills; legal experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Assistant File Handler
Department
Legal
Employment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
- Liverpool
- Description
Keoghs are seeking an Assistant File Handler to join our Abuse and Social Care Team.
This team have been involved in many precedent-setting cases and regularly handle cases in the appellate courts.
Keoghs is one of the leading providers of claims-related services to insurers, businesses and other suppliers to the insurance sector.
We combine proven processes, technology and a low cost infrastructure with deep legal and insurance market knowledge.
This enables us to create individual solutions for each of our clients that match their requirements in terms of quality, performance and value for money.
You will be working on complex claims of considerable sensitivity and profile with a varied caseload of defendant abuse and social care claims and litigation.
Key Responsibilities
- To assist file handlers in progressing the files
- Review and analysis of relevant documents
- Analysis of liability, quantum and causation
- Client liaison
- Compliance with court directions and timetables
- Drafting documents and correspondence to clients/court/witnesses/claimants solicitors
- Instructing and liaising with Counsel/experts
- Completing and updating MI
- Achieve a chargeable target
- Assisting with the preparation of document bundles for hearings.
- Compliance with client SLAs
35 hours per week Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Liverpool.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Demonstrable understanding of clients, colleagues and others.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to prioritise tasks and to work under pressure
- Excellent organisational skills
- Adherence to guidelines and procedures
- The ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Previous experience of abuse or social care claims is desirable but not essential
- Previous experience of personal injury work is desirable but not essential.
- Job Benefits
- Davies Incentive Plan
- 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- We Care – 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
- 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.
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Assistant File Handler in Liverpool employer: Davies Group
Davies Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its employees, offering a dynamic work environment where autonomy and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on professional development and evolving benefits such as holiday pay and well-being programs, employees are empowered to reach their full potential while contributing to meaningful projects in the insurance sector. Join us in the UK to be part of a diverse team that values your contributions and supports your career journey.
