Assistant File Handler

Davies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an Assistant File Handler to join their dynamic Legal department. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload of Industrial Disease claims, including complex cases like Noise Induced Hearing Loss and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome. You will work closely with a Partner, ensuring compliance with client SLAs while developing your skills in a fast-paced environment. This position not only provides a chance to contribute to meaningful legal work but also to grow within the field. If you are motivated and detail-oriented, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in law.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

24/7 online GP

Death in Service benefit

Pension scheme

Employee Resource Groups

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Gym Flex

Qualifications

• Experience in claims handling, either pre-litigation or litigated.
• Motivated to develop into a File Handler and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Industrial Disease claims efficiently.
• Draft court documents and conduct negotiations on behalf of clients.

Skills

Claims Handling

Litigation Process Understanding

Attention to Detail

Client Needs Understanding

Ability to Meet Targets

Communication Skills

Job description

Assistant File Handler

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Birmingham

Description

The Assistant File Handler (AFH) will work under a Partner within the Disease department, managing a caseload of Hourly Rate Industrial Disease claims, including NIHL (Noise Induced Hearing Loss), HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome), and other disease cases. The role involves performing delegated tasks to facilitate the progression and resolution of files efficiently. You will handle complex and high-value claims in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the development of disease cases.

Key Accountabilities

• Carrying out tasks assigned by the Partner, including ensuring compliance with client SLAs and court directions
• Drafting court documents and conducting negotiations
• Attending telephone hearings and advocating on behalf of clients
• Analyzing evidence and reporting to clients
• Instructing and liaising with Counsel and experts
• Preparing bundles and maintaining MI updates
• Achieving chargeable targets and ensuring compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations

The above list is not exhaustive and other work may be assigned.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• Experience in claims handling, either pre-litigation or litigated
• Understanding of the litigation process
• Ability to work with and take instructions from a Partner
• Motivated to develop into a File Handler and take on new challenges
• Awareness of the disease market and current legal developments
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines with attention to detail
• Understanding of client needs and requirements
• Adherence to Keoghs Values

Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service level (option to buy/sell 3 days)
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and wellbeing resources
• Death in Service benefit after 1 year of service
• Pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions
• Employee Resource Groups and Volunteering Program
• Cycle to Work Scheme*, Tech Scheme*, Season Ticket Loan*, Gym Flex* (post-probation)
• Access to online discount sites, Gourmet Society Membership, Merlin Attractions discounts, and local retail discounts