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Casualty File Handler

Davies Group

Bath

Hybrid

GBP 35,000 - 60,000

Full time

15 days ago

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Job summary

A respected legal services provider is seeking an experienced Casualty EL/PL File Handler to join their Claims Management team in Bath. The successful candidate will manage a variety of Employer’s Liability and Public Liability claims, demonstrating strong analytical skills and legal acumen. This role offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, fostering a work environment that promotes innovation and work-life balance.

Benefits

Death in Service and Income Protection
Critical Illness Cover
Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
WeCare – 24/7 online GP and mental health support

Qualifications

  • Experience handling EL/PL claims and litigation.
  • Strong advocacy and client care skills necessary.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of EL/PL claims, including fast-track and multi-track cases.
  • Assess liability and set strategic direction for each claim.
  • Conduct investigations and draft legal documents.

Skills

Advocacy
Communication
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Resilience
IT Proficiency

Job description

About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a respected legal services provider, for an experiencedCasualty EL/PL File Handlerto join their Claims Management team. This role involves managing a varied caseload ofEmployer’s Liability (EL)andPublic Liability (PL)claims, primarily fast-track with potential multi-track cases up to £100,000, handled on anon-delegated authoritybasis.
The ideal candidate will bring a forensic and analytical approach to liability issues and demonstrate strong legal acumen in managing complex claims from initial strategy through to trial.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of EL/PL claims, including fast-track and multi-track cases.
  • Assess primary and secondary liability and set strategic direction for each claim.
  • Review and analyse evidence including witness statements, medical records, and inspection reports.
  • Conduct investigations, disclosure, and case management conferences.
  • Instruct Counsel, investigators, and medical experts.
  • Draft legal documents including counter schedules, costs schedules, and pre-trial reports.
  • Attend conferences and trials with Counsel; prepare trial bundles.
  • Handle CRU appeals and ensure compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.

About you
Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Experience handling EL/PL claims and litigation.
  • Strong advocacy, communication, and client care skills.
  • High level of analytical thinking and attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet targets, manage deadlines, and work under pressure.
  • Proficiency in IT and case management systems.
  • Resilient, self-motivated, and capable of working within shared values frameworks.

Why Apply
Our client strives to provide an innovative and dynamic environment for employees to thrive in, all whilst managing their work-life balance. They promote a flexible hybrid working arrangement, a 35 hour week, and a range of benefits including:

  • Death in Service, Critical Illness Cover, and Income Protection
  • Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
  • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health and wellbeing support
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