Job Description
Description
To handle own caseload of litigated NIHL claims, in a supported team environment. To manage and progress claims in accordance with appropriate strategies to secure desired outcomes for clients at appropriate levels of profitability. The File Handler is required to have experience of NIHL claims and to demonstrate an ability to deal with a caseload of litigated claims.
Key Accountabilities
Reviewing documents and preparing reportsDealing with disclosureReviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records)Conducting investigations with Insured / obtaining witness statementsInstructing Counsel / ExpertsResearchDrafting generallyAttending conferences and Trials with CounselDealing with routine correspondenceCourt appointments.Liaising with and taking instructions from Insurers and Insureds Ensure adherence to Court timetables
Experience, Skills and Qualifications
* Technically proficient in dealing with litigated NIHL claims
* Effective negotiator
* Ability to use own initiative
* Flexibility in relation to tasks undertaken
* Good listening and verbal communication skills
* Ability to maintain concentration and pay attention to detail
* Ability to self-organise and self-prioritise
* Ability to work under pressure and to target
* An enthusiastic and hardworking individual
* Good level of IT skills
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
* 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