Legal Claims Officer: Public Liability & Litigation

Torbay Council; Torquay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Torbay Council, within the Corporate Services directorate in Torbay, is seeking a Legal Officer to join the Licensing and Litigation team. You will manage a varied caseload of low value public liability, employers' liability and property damage claims, while supporting solicitors on more complex cases.

The role involves investigation, liability assessment, evidence gathering, liaising with insurers and solicitors, and ensuring timely, fair resolutions to protect the council's interests.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Ability to give clear and accurate legal advice and to influence, support and advise.
• Standard criminal records check

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of low value compensation claims against the council, including public liability, employers' liability and property damage.
• Investigate claims and assess liability.
• Gather evidence to support claim decisions.
• Liaise with insurers and solicitors.
• Support the effective, fair and timely resolution of claims to protect the council's interests.
• Support solicitors and other legal professionals in managing and progressing complex and high value claims

Skills

Legal reasoning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Decision making

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths (grade C/4+)

Job description

Torbay Council, within the Corporate Services directorate in Torbay, is seeking a Legal Officer to join the Licensing and Litigation team. You will manage a varied caseload of low value public liability, employers' liability and property damage claims, while supporting solicitors on more complex cases.

The role involves investigation, liability assessment, evidence gathering, liaising with insurers and solicitors, and ensuring timely, fair resolutions to protect the council's interests.