Assistants to Partner

Davies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services and technology firm is seeking an Assistant File Handler to manage a caseload of Industrial Disease claims. The role involves drafting legal documents, negotiating, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have claims handling experience, a strong understanding of the litigation process, and demonstrate motivation to grow within the firm.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – 24/7 online GP

Death In Service benefit

Pension contributions: 5% Employee / 3% Employer

Employee Resource Groups and Volunteering Programmes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts through various retail schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in claims handling, either pre-litigation or litigated.
• Motivated to develop into a File Handler.
• Adherence to Keoghs Values.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Hourly Rate Industrial Disease claims.
• Draft court documents and engage in negotiations.
• Analyze evidence and maintain management information.

Skills

Claims handling

Understanding of litigation process

Ability to work with clients

Knowledge of disease market

Meeting targets and deadlines

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Job Role Overview

The Assistant File Handler (AFH) will work under a Partner within the Disease department, managing a caseload of Hourly Rate Industrial Disease claims, including but not limited to 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 as efficiently as possible. It includes working on complex, high-value claims in a fast-paced environment, fostering development in disease case management.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tasks assigned by the Partner, including ensuring compliance with client SLAs and court directions
• Draft court documents and engage in negotiation and advocacy, including attending telephone hearings
• Analyze evidence, report to clients, and liaise with Counsel/experts
• Prepare bundles and maintain management information (MI)
• Ensure compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations

This list is not exhaustive and additional tasks 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
• Knowledge of the disease market and legal developments
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines
• Understanding of client needs and requirements
• Adherence to Keoghs Values

Benefits and Perks

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service, with options to buy or sell 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 contributions: 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Employee Resource Groups and Volunteering Programmes
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan (post-probation)
• Discounts through various online and local retail schemes

About Us

We are a professional services and technology firm partnering with leading insurance, regulated, and global businesses. We support clients in managing risk, transforming operations, and growing through innovative claims, underwriting, and digital solutions. With over 8,000 professionals across ten countries, Davies has experienced significant growth and serves a diverse client base in insurance, financial services, and public sectors.