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 our 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.
 
Role
 
As a Litigation Handler, you will be responsible for pro-actively managing a portfolio of cases suitable for litigation through to settlement, working on behalf of insurance companies handling those claims.
 
What will your working week be like?
·As a Litigation Handler you will be responsible for managing and progressing your portfolio of small track RTA claims pro-actively and correctly whilst keeping relevant parties updated.  
·You will run the cases from pre-litigation through to settlement by obtaining relevant evidence to support liability and quantum.
·You will ensure that you review and reply to all correspondence and emails within our service level agreements, ensuring you keep the clients regularly updated.
·If the claim is not capable of settlement pre issue, you will be required to draft and issue legal proceedings, prepare evidence for hearings and witness statements, instruct Barristers/Counsel to attend hearings, whilst complying with all court directions and deadlines. This will be achieved by training and working a task list effectively.
·Once the matter has settled you will allocate settlement funds accordingly.
·You will be expected to undertake appropriate training and development in relation to the role and to carry out ad hoc duties of a reasonable nature which may be requested from time to time.
 
Who will this role suit?
·The ideal candidate will be someone that is highly motived 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.
·It would be an advantage if you have knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules relating to RTA/Motor Insurance Claims, however training would be provided.
 
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 their chosen charity
·Additional day off for your birthday
 
Location: Bromley area
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5pm
 
Apply with CV for vacancy JO9470