Assistant File Handler - Litigated Asbestos

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant File Handler to support the management of Asbestos claims. This role involves assisting the Lead File Handler in various tasks, including document review, client communication, and conducting investigations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and professional growth, while contributing to meaningful client outcomes. With a focus on sustainability and collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday

Family Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)

Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare mental health support

Death in Service

Critical Illness Cover

Private Health Insurance

Pension: 5% Employee / 3% Employer

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in handling Asbestos disease cases is essential.
• Strong communication and organisation skills are required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead File Handler in managing Asbestos claims.
• Conduct investigations and prepare reports.
• Attend court appointments and liaise with clients.

Skills

Experience in handling Asbestos disease cases

Good listening and communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-organisation and prioritisation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Good IT skills

Flexibility in tasks undertaken

Ability to use own initiative

Enthusiastic and hardworking attitude

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Assistant File Handler (Litigated Asbestos), Bolton

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Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

To assist Lead File Handler in handling Asbestos claims. To manage and progress claims for the Lead File Handler in accordance with the strategies and action plan as determined by the Lead File Handler.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review documents and prepare reports
• Deal with disclosure
• Review evidence (including medical / personnel records / Companies House records)
• Conduct investigations with insured / obtain witness statements
• Instruct Counsel / Experts
• Research
• Attend conferences and trials with Counsel
• Deal with routine correspondence
• Attend court appointments, including advocacy
• Provide initial and further reports / advice to clients, when requested
• Liaise directly with Claims Handlers and Manager
• Follow client instructions
• Engage in client development when required
• Assist team in achieving goals and targets
• Ensure compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations
• Adhere to Keoghs Values

Working Hours: 35 hours/week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm, with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Location: Bolton, Parklands Office.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

• Experience in handling and/or assisting on Asbestos disease cases
• Ability to use own initiative
• Flexibility in tasks undertaken
• Good listening and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to concentrate
• Self-organisation and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and target-driven
• Enthusiastic and hardworking attitude
• Good IT skills
• Ability to work within Keoghs shared behaviour framework

Our culture focuses on sustainability and success for our people and clients, guided by our four core values:

• We are connected
• We are dynamic
• We are innovative
• We succeed together

Benefits include:

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service (+option to buy/sell 3 days)
• Family Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
• Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare mental health and wellbeing support
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• Private Health Insurance / Income Protection
• Pension: 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loan (post-probation)
• Discounts and offers at various retail and entertainment outlets

We are a professional services and technology firm, partnering with leading insurance and regulated businesses. We help clients manage risk, transform, and grow through claims, underwriting, distribution, regulation, customer experience, and more. Our global team of over 8,000 professionals operates across ten countries, serving more than 1,500 clients and investing heavily in innovation and development.