We are seeking a highly-motivated, professional individual with effective communication skills to join our successful Recoveries Team as a Litigation Handler.
You will be reporting to the Recoveries Lead, mainly responsible for proactively managing a portfolio of cases suitable for recovery by litigation through to settlement. You will be the key link between Panel Lawyers and the business.
Role: Recoveries Litigation Handler
Location: Liverpool with hybrid working available
Working hours: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday from 9am to 5:30pm
Salary: Between £30,316 to £35,391 plus a potential bonus of up to £1500 per annum, paid quarterly
What you will be doing:
* Handling a triage of incoming cases for litigation, only instructing lawyers on value-added cases.
* Conducting liability prospect risk assessment.
* Proactively managing a portfolio of litigated cases.
* Operating with a progressive approach to advance individual claims strategies and the business.
* Acting as the key link between Panel Lawyers and the business.
* Minimizing indemnity spend through commercial decision-making.
* Maximizing recovery potential and achievement through a tactical approach to the portfolio.
* Applying accurate reserves in line with company guidelines.
* Utilizing strategic knowledge against commercial decision-making to instruct lawyers, deal in-house, or attempt settlement.
* Managing a portfolio of litigated cases via virtual lawyer systems and prior to procedural junctures agreed by each business strategy.
* Conducting prompt and thorough indemnity, liability, recoverability, and fraud investigations on all matters.
* Effectively using schedules to minimize hire duration and indemnity spend.
* Assisting with ad-hoc tasks as business needs dictate.
What we’re looking for:
* Persuasive, strong, and confident communicator with the ability to manage portfolios.
* Strong practical knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules.
* Ability to use own initiative to explore all options to achieve the best outcome for the business.
* A motivated self-starter with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
About Acorn Insurance
We are a growing business with great opportunities to build your knowledge of the financial services industry. As a specialist insurance provider, we have 40 years of experience helping people secure motor insurance across the UK. We help more than 50,000 customers find a policy that meets their needs and provides peace of mind with high-quality insurance.
At Acorn Insurance, we provide full training and continuous coaching in-house. You will receive in-depth FCA regulated industry knowledge and have all the tools necessary to help you personally grow your career with the business.
We celebrate difference and it’s important to us that we have a culture where our people feel respected and valued for who they are. We pride ourselves on being accessible and encourage inclusive environments where our people can always give and show the very best of themselves.
Why Acorn Insurance?
Acorn Insurance wants to give you more than a job; we want to give you a purpose and a career. Enhanced annual leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays).
* Additional buy & sell holidays
* Company sick pay scheme
* Company paid maternity & paternity leave
* Generous company pension scheme
* A comprehensive mental health support system via the health assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* A wide network of mental health first aiders.
* Our very own reward and discount platform "Your tomorrow"
* Fresh fruit deliveries twice a week
* £250 refer a friend bonus
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free eye test vouchers and a contribution towards the frames
* Regular employment engagement including ongoing competitions with fantastic prizes
*On selected sites
All roles are subject to DBS and financial checks; any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.
Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.
At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognize that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. #LI-RK1
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