The Claims Solutions team advises insurers and corporate clients in their defence of claims of all values, types and complexity. Our National team whose clients are a mix of leading names in the insurance industry as well as household name corporates, deal with all aspects of defendant litigation, including complex and catastrophic injury. Increasingly, the team is getting involved in pre-emptive advice on these issues as well as dispute resolution.
The complex injury team in London (which is part of the Claims Solution Group) works on behalf of insurance companies including Lloyds market and corporates, investigating and resolving high value personal injury compensation claims. You will be working in a team of 15+ fee earners with plans for further expansion.
We are currently working in a very flexible manner. The role will require the candidate to be in our London office for at least 1 day per week. Candidates from other locations in the UK, who are willing to travel, are encouraged to apply.
* A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
* Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
* In person and remote social events
* Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities
What you will do
* Handling complex claims
* Attending conferences, trials, proofing witnesses amongst other tasks.
* Assisting with disclosure of sensitive documentation;
* Effectively running the file to ensure deadlines are met and cases managed proactively to conclusion
* To assist more senior fee earners on more complex and higher value cases and Partners on multi-million-pound claims
* Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards to include:
* Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols
* Achievement of agreed financial targets
* Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Client Relationship Partner where required
Who you are
* This position is ideal for someone who would like the opportunity to grow and develop in the role. Initial responsibilities will involve assisting Partners in all aspects of the claims handled by the Team. As you develop there will be increased file handling. Full training will be given as needed by specialist and highly rated Partners and other lawyers.
* Previous experience of working or assisting on Cat PI claims
* Good organisation skills, able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload and meet conflicting demands
* Able to produce work to a high standard, with excellent attention to detail and concern for quality of service. Good oral communication skills
* Team oriented and collegiate with a willingness to share knowledge with and support other members of the team
* Demonstrates alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive).
About DAC Beachcroft
We are a leading international legal business with over 2,900 colleagues and a diverse range of capabilities. We have 11 offices in the UK as well as offices in Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Milan, Rome, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Miami. We also have associations/alliances with firms in Malaysia, Brazil, Peru, Central America, the USA, Australia and Germany.
We are a broad-based commercial firm with a strong heritage in insurance, health and real estate. This is complemented by a fast-growing Business Advisory capability. We represent a wide range of clients, ranging from household names to government departments and NHS bodies. We act for all of the UK’s top-ten insurers, we are market leaders in the provision of strategic, commercial and regulatory advice to providers and commissioners in the health sector, and in real estate we advise all of the UK’s top-12 housebuilders.
We have an impressive legal pedigree, with 142 Chambers UK 2021 practice area and individual lawyer rankings. In Legal 500 UK 2021, the firm received a top tier ranking for 37 of its practice areas, and 58 DACB lawyers were singled out in the ‘Leading Individual' rankings.
Our vision is to be leading business advisers, recognised for our insight and our outstanding commitment to clients, and for being the place where talented people want to work. For further details on our work and our culture, please visit www.dacbeachcroft.com.
What you need to know about applying
At DAC Beachcroft, we don’t just accept your differences we celebrate them. From bespoke solutions for our clients, to treating you like an individual. Our strength comes from your diverse ideas and bringing the whole you to work. So if you’re good at what you do, come as you are. We welcome direct applications and are happy to talk flexible working.
We also want you to be at your very best. Please feel free to let us know of any changes we can make at any point in the recruitment process that will help support your application. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please make an application and submit your CV. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
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