Claims Handler/Paralegal - Legal Indemnity

DAC Beachcroft Dublin; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Claims Handler/Paralegal to join their dynamic Legal Indemnities Team in Bristol. This exciting role involves managing legal indemnity claims and assisting solicitors while developing expertise in property and insurance law. The ideal candidate will be a graduate with a strong academic background or relevant experience, motivated for a long-term career in this field. Join a team known for its excellence in handling complex claims and providing top-notch service to clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and professional environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate with excellent academic record or relevant experience in professional indemnity claims.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, developing knowledge of property, insurance law, and civil procedures.
• Draft correspondence, negotiate settlements, and maintain client communication.

Skills

Property Law

Insurance Law

Civil Procedures

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

IT Literacy

Education

Graduate Degree

Relevant Experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Case Management Systems

Job description

Claims Handler/Paralegal - Legal Indemnity

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Department:

Professional and Commercial Risk

Employment Type:

Permanent

Location:

Bristol

Description

Our Legal Indemnities Team advises insurers and their policyholders when claims are made against legal indemnity policies. These policies provide cover for losses due to defects in property titles. The team manages claims related to easements, restrictive covenants, rights to light, defective titles, and planning and building regulation issues, dealing with a range from neighbor disputes to complex litigation. The team emphasizes alternative dispute resolution techniques, including mediation.

The team is based in Bristol, ranked Tier 1 in Legal 500 and Chambers, comprising commercial litigation, professional negligence, and a leading claims handling unit, DAC Beachcroft Specialist Claims Services, handling thousands of claims for London Market Insurers.

This role involves handling legal indemnity claims and assisting panel solicitors, with delegated authority for claims up to £25k, and reporting to insurers for higher values.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, developing knowledge of property, insurance law, and civil procedures.
• Review cases, identify coverage issues, assess quantum and legal positions, and develop strategies.
• Draft correspondence, negotiate settlements, and review reports.
• Maintain client communication and develop relationships.
• Support claims review meetings and ensure quality and compliance.
• Instruct experts and counsel, manage case files, and uphold brand standards.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Graduate with excellent academic record or relevant experience in professional indemnity claims.
• IT literate, familiar with Word, Excel, and case management systems.
• Client-focused, proactive, detail-oriented, team player, with strong communication skills.
• Motivated for long-term career in this field.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Law Practice

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