Litigated File Handler - Military Disease - Keoghs LLP : Job Details

Litigated File Handler - Military Disease

Primary Responsibility: Manage a caseload of predominantly litigated NIHL claims within a supportive team environment.

Objective: Progress claims using effective strategies to achieve desired client outcomes and maintain profitability.

Requirements: Prior experience handling NIHL claims and the ability to manage a litigated caseload.

Key Accountabilities

Document Review and Report Preparation

• Ensure accuracy and completeness in all document reviews and reports.

Disclosure Management

• Handle sensitive information with integrity and discretion.

Evidence Review

• Analyze medical and personnel records thoroughly.

Conducting Investigations

• Obtain comprehensive witness statements and interact with Insured individuals.

Instructing Counsel and Experts

• Provide detailed instructions to legal and expert personnel.

Research and General Drafting

• Conduct thorough research and produce high-quality draft documents.

Attending Conferences and Trials

• Be present and contribute effectively during conferences and trials.

Routine Correspondence

• Manage and respond to everyday communications promptly.

Court Appointments

• Attend and represent at court appointments as required.

Liaising with Insurers and Insureds

• Maintain clear and consistent communication with insurers and insured individuals.

Adherence to Court Timetables

• Ensure all deadlines and schedules are met.

Compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations

• Uphold professional standards and regulatory compliance.

Upholding Keoghs Values

• Embody the core values and principles of Keoghs in all tasks.

Working Hours

• 35 hours per week: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm, 1 hour unpaid for lunch
• Flexible office location: Between Bolton & Coventry

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Expert in handling disease cases, with a focus on NIHL.
• Effective Negotiation: Strong negotiator, adept at reaching favorable outcomes
• Initiative: Ability to use own initiative to solve problems and make decisions.
• Flexibility: Adaptable to various tasks and situations
• Communication Skills: Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to Detail: Maintain concentration and meticulous attention to detail.
• Self-Organization: Capable of organizing and prioritizing tasks independently.
• Work Under Pressure: Thrive in high-pressure environments and meet targets.
• Enthusiasm and Hard Work: Demonstrates enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
• IT Skills: Proficient in using IT tools and technologies.

ValuesOur culture is focused on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients. Our four values are at the heart of everything we do:

• We are Connected: Foster strong relationships and collaboration.
• We are Dynamic: Embrace change and drive innovation.
• We are Innovative: Continuously seek creative solutions.
• We Succeed Together: Celebrate collective achievements and teamwork.

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
• 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

*after successfully completing probation

About Keoghs

Keoghs is the leading provider of legal and claims solutions to insurers, businesses and other suppliers to the insurance sector. We manage more than £1bn worth of insurer claims and resolve in excess of 100,000 claims per year working in partnership with leading insurers, MGAs, brokers, corporates and the public sector.

With more than 50 years’ experience we have an in-depth understanding of the insurance claims process, enabling us to contain and lower litigation rates, shorten claims lifecycles and reduce overall claims costs. We combine proven processes, technology and low cost infrastructure with extensive 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.

We invest heavily in specialised services, technology and innovation for our insurance clients, and we are the first to launch a true artificial intelligence (AI) insurance lawyer. Through our proprietary AI lawyer, Lauri, we’ve transformed the claims handling process for low-value personal injury claims; we’ve reduced claim lifecycles and reduced costs for our clients. Supported by commercial acumen and innovative products, Keoghs leads the way in providing legal solutions to the insurance industry.