Lead File Handler- Industrial Disease

Davies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Birmingham is seeking a Lead File Handler to manage cases related to industrial disease. The ideal candidate should be proficient in handling NIHL disease cases and have excellent negotiation and communication skills. The role includes reviewing documents, preparing reports, and conducting investigations. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, a strong pension plan, and various employee perks.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

Critical Illness Cover

Pension Contribution: 5% Employee / 3% Employer

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Flex

Qualifications

• Experience with other short tail disease cases is desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets.
• Enthusiastic and hardworking.

Responsibilities

• Review documents and prepare reports.
• Develop an assistant fee earner.
• Conduct investigations with insured parties.

Skills

Proficient in handling NIHL disease cases

Effective negotiation skills

Good listening and communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-organization and prioritization skills

Good IT skills

Job description

Job Title: Lead File Handler - Industrial Disease, Birmingham

Client:

Davies

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Review documents and prepare reports
• Develop an assistant fee earner
• Handle disclosure
• Review evidence (including records)
• Conduct investigations with insured parties and obtain witness statements
• Instruct Experts
• Attend conferences and trials
• Manage routine correspondence
• Attend court appointments
• Liaise with and take instructions from insurers and insureds
• Ensure adherence to court timetables
• Ensure compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations
• Adhere to Keoghs Values

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Proficient in handling NIHL disease cases as a minimum
• Experience with other short tail disease cases is desirable
• Effective negotiation skills
• Initiative-driven
• Good listening and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to concentrate
• Self-organization and prioritization skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets
• Enthusiastic and hardworking
• Good IT skills

Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service (option to buy & sell 3 days)
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare - online GP, mental health support, and wellbeing services
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• Private Health Insurance (PHI/Ie)
• Pension Contribution: 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

*After successfully completing probation