Hybrid Litigation Paralegal - EL/PL Defense

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Tamworth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits packages

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Job summary

Gallagher Bassett in the UK is seeking a motivated Litigation Handler to oversee EL/PL claims for Public Sector clients. The role is based from our Tamworth office on a hybrid basis, with flexible working options.

You’ll manage cases from issue to trial, assess liability and reserves, negotiate with third parties, apply Civil Procedure Rules, and ensure data integrity and compliance while supporting a collaborative team focused on delivering optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• You hold a Law degree and have completed the LPC.
• You have experience in EL/PL litigation and personal injury claims.
• You’ve worked in defence claims handling, ideally within an insurer or TPA environment.

Responsibilities

• Defend litigated EL/PL claims on behalf of large corporates, managing cases from issue to trial.
• Handle small, fast, and multi-track claims, providing support to Partners when required.
• Assess liability, set and maintain reserves, and investigate the merits of third-party claims.
• Negotiate with third parties, insurers, and solicitors to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
• Apply the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant Authorities to secure optimal results.
• Ensure full compliance with office protocols, client SLAs, and KPIs for all handled claims.
• Maintain 100% data integrity on the office case management system.
• Delegate and supervise appropriate tasks to Claims Administration Assistants.
• Act as a technical and procedural referral point for others in the litigation team.
• Ensure compliance with financial transactions in line with client SLAs, KPIs, and the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules.

Skills

EL/PL experience

Personal injury experience

Defence claims handling

Independent worker

Strong communication

Education

Law degree

LPC

Job description

Gallagher Bassett in the UK is seeking a motivated Litigation Handler to oversee EL/PL claims for Public Sector clients. The role is based from our Tamworth office on a hybrid basis, with flexible working options.

You’ll manage cases from issue to trial, assess liability and reserves, negotiate with third parties, apply Civil Procedure Rules, and ensure data integrity and compliance while supporting a collaborative team focused on delivering optimal outcomes.