About the firm:
 
Specialist litigation firm that place their clients at the heart of what they do whether working with large corporate clients or individuals. Invest heavily in training and supporting staff development along with keeping their technical expertise up to date.
 
Value their staff greatly and are proud of the collaborative way in which they work. As a relatively young firm formed in 2014, have an ambitious and forward-thinking senior management team that are building a sustainable well managed profitable business that has expanded year on year since first being established.
 
Overview of Role:
 
As an experienced Litigator, you will be responsible for pro-actively managing a portfolio of cases suitable for litigation through to settlement or final hearing, working on behalf of insurance companies handling those claims.
 
Responsibilities:
·Manage a mixed caseload including but not limited to liability disputes, repair, credit hire and small claims cases
·Effective management of the litigation process to ensure SLA's are met
·Work a task list effectively
·Negotiation of quantum & assessing liability
·Drafting Court documents
·Liaise with client's regarding uninsured losses and to obtain relevant case information in a competent manner
·Adhere to all court deadlines
·Take and Draft comprehensive statements
·Book and instruct Counsel to attend trial
·Allocate settlement funds
·Delivering quality work
 
Requirements/Qualifications:
·Ideally, at least 2 years experience as a claims handler within the legal or insurance industries
·At least 1 year credit hire experience
·High level of motivation and who enjoys a challenge, who knows how important it is to deliver exceptional customer service, communicating well by telephone and in writing.
·You will be happy to communicate with clients, insurers, brokers, the Court, Solicitors and Barristers.
·You will be a quick learner, someone who likes to take ownership but is also able to thrive in a team while ensuring quality output, with a great eye for detail.
·You will be able to work calmly under pressure in an organised and efficient manner using our case management system and ensuring they are running an effective diary system.
·Full knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules relating to RTA/Motor Insurance Claims
·Ability to work under minimal supervision
 
Benefits:
·Hybrid Working (after successful completion of training and your probationary period)
·Buy and Sell Holiday
·Training and development
·Access to a reward hub which includes retail discounts and health & well-being
·Paid volunteer time to support your chosen charity if desired
·Additional day off for your birthday
 
Location: Bromley area
 
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5pm
 
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