Assistant File Handler (to Partner, Strategic Disease Team)

To assist the Partner in handling Mesothelioma Contribution claims. To manage and progress claims for the Partner in accordance with the strategies and action plan as determined by the Partner.

Compensation package

Hybrid working 1 day in the office, 4 days remote, Health Care Cash Plan, Holidays 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) increasing to 26 after 5 years’ service and to 27 after 10 years’ service, Death In Service - after 1 year, Employer Pension Contribution, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tech Scheme, Season Ticket Loan*, Gym Flex

Reviewing documents and preparing reports

• Dealing with disclosure
• Reviewing evidence
• Conducting investigations
• Instructing Counsel/Experts
• Research
• Drafting generally
• Attending conferences and Trials with Counsel
• Dealing with routine correspondence
• Court appointments including own advocacy
• Providing initial reports and further reports / advice to clients, when requested
• Liaising directly with the Claims Handlers and Managers
• Complying with Clients instructions
• Willing to engage in Client development when required
• Assisting team in achieving goals and objectives
• Meeting agreed targets
• To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations
• Adhere to the Davies Values

Working Hours

35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Office Location for this role can be Bolton or Coventry

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

Here’s why this job opportunity stands out

• Caseload Management: You’ll need to be technically proficient in handling and/or assisting on disease litigated cases.
• Effective negotiator and the ability to use own initiative
• Flexibility in relation to tasks undertaken and have good listening and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain concentration and pay attention to detail

Operational Excellence:

• Maintain accurate data within the case management system
• Comply with client Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• Uphold high-quality service standards and productivity levels

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• Familiarity with Disease Claims Excellent attention to detail, strong communication, and negotiation skills.
• Organizational competence and client care focus.
• Ability to manage your workload effectively and work both independently and as part of a team.

Keoghs’ culture revolves around four core values:

Connected: Building strong connections with colleagues and clients.

Dynamic: Embracing change and adaptability.

Innovative: Encouraging creative solutions.

Success Together: Collaborating for mutual success. Remember, Keoghs aims to create a sustainable and successful environment for both its people and clients.