Asbestos Claims File Assistant — Litigation Support

Davies; Bolton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services company in Bolton is looking for an Assistant File Handler to support the Lead File Handler in managing and progressing Asbestos claims. Candidates should have prior experience with Asbestos disease cases, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The role offers a dynamic work environment where you will contribute to client development and compliance with regulatory standards.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

24/7 online GP and mental health support

Death in Service

Critical Illness Cover

Income Protection

Pension Contributions

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Access to Online Discount Sites

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead File Handler in handling Asbestos claims.
• Manage and progress claims for the Lead File Handler.
• Review documents and prepare reports.
• Deal with disclosure and review evidence.
• Conduct investigations and obtain witness statements.
• Instruct Counsel and Experts.
• Research and draft general documents.
• Attend conferences and trials with Counsel.
• Deal with routine correspondence.
• Make court appointments including advocacy.
• Provide initial and further reports/advice to clients.
• Liaise directly with Claims Handlers and Manager.
• Comply with client instructions and engage in client development.
• Assist team in achieving goals and objectives.
• Meet agreed targets and ensure compliance with SRA Standards.

Skills

Experience in handling and/or assisting on Asbestos disease cases

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

Ability to work within the Keoghs shared behaviour framework

Job description

A legal services company in Bolton is looking for an Assistant File Handler to support the Lead File Handler in managing and progressing Asbestos claims. Candidates should have prior experience with Asbestos disease cases, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The role offers a dynamic work environment where you will contribute to client development and compliance with regulatory standards.