Overview
As a result of securing a new client, we’re seeking a Litigation Handler to join our team in Tamworth, who can deliver outstanding results, ensuring our client receives the best possible service and outcomes. How you'll make an impact Defending litigated motor claims on behalf of large corporates from issue to trial; claims to include personal injury/property damage; credit hire; LVI and fraud. Assessing liability and setting and maintaining reserves in accordance with client service level agreements and client “key performance indicators”. Investigation of merits of third party claim. Telephone and correspondence negotiation with third parties, third party insurers and third party solicitors to agree the best client outcome. Valuing General and Special Damages. Use of the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant Authorities to obtain the best client outcome. On all own handled claims ensure full compliance with all office protocols, client service level agreements and client “key performance indicators”. Achieving on all own handled claims 100% data integrity compliance on the office case management system. Working within and supporting the litigation team to achieve and maintain full compliance with all office protocols, client service level agreements and client “key performance indicators”. Delegation and supervision of appropriate tasks to the Claims Administration Assistants. Full compliance on all financial transactions with the client service level agreements and client “key performance indicators” and The Solicitors Accounts Rules. Acting as a technical and procedural referral for others in the litigation team About You Litigation experience Qualified Solicitor or Legal (desirable) Experience in Defence claims handling within an insurer or TPA environment (desirable). Experienced in acting as a mentor or referral point for junior team members (desirable). Skills for Success: Demonstrable self-motivation and initiative. Ability to work independently as appropriate but within a defined structure and to work effectively with Peers and Managers. Clear communication Skills. The willingness to accommodate unexpected situations with flexibility in working extra hours, etc. when required. #LI-ET1 Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back-up family care And many more…