Litigated Motor Claims Handler

Davies; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in professional services seeks a Litigated Motor Claims Handler in Liverpool to manage road traffic accident claims effectively. This role offers entry into litigated file handling, with comprehensive training and support provided. Ideal for someone wanting to develop a professional career in claims handling, ensuring timely and efficient case management.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – 24/7 online GP and mental health support

Pension Contribution - 5% Employee / 3% Employer

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions

Qualifications

• Experience in law through education or practice.
• File handling experience preferred.
• Understanding of highway code and road traffic act principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Small Claims Track cases.
• Conduct negotiations with clients and third parties.
• Draft Court documents and ensure compliance with deadlines.

Skills

Excellent listening and verbal communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Ability to plan and prioritise workloads

Ability to recognise when sensitivity and tact are required

Drive to achieve development opportunities

Education

Established experience in law through further education or experience

File handling experience within a law practice or insurer

Tools

Basic knowledge of the Court Practice Rules

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Litigated Motor Claims Handler, Liverpool

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Client:

Davies

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Description

To assist on Litigated Road Traffic Accident claims and where required, to effectively manage a portfolio of litigated small claims track files under the supervision and guidance of a Supervisor.

The role will involve handling both quantum and liability small claims and some lower value fast track cases efficiently and proactively whilst utilising effective telephone negotiation techniques to obtain the appropriate settlement.

The role is a perfect opportunity for someone wanting to take their first steps in to litigated file handling and begin to develop the skills required to manage a full litigated caseload. Induction to role training will be provided along with continued on the job support and mentoring from a senior handler/ supervisor.

Key Accountabilities

• Management of a caseload of Small Claims Track cases, including effective planning and organising of the workload to ensure Court and OIC portal deadlines are met.
• Delivery of agreed performance targets and quality standards
• Analysis of the available evidence to create an initial case strategy on liability and quantum.
• Undertake effective telephone discussions and negotiations with the client, Defendant, third party insurer and third party Solicitors to pursue the efficient and appropriate settlement of cases and apportionment of costs
• Proofing witnesses, assessing their evidence and drafting statements.
• Drafting of Court document and complying with all Court deadlines are met.
• Instructing, briefing and liaising with Counsel.
• Guiding the Defendant through the litigation process where required and setting expectations.
• Timely and accurate maintenance of all case management, billing and management information systems to ensure completeness of records and aid business decision making
• Delegation of tasks where available and appropriate to other members of the team
• Dealing with correspondence and telephone calls within strict service level agreements,
• Delegation of tasks where appropriate to other members of the team
• Updating reports upon receipt of evidence as required.
• Adhering to Client Guidelines that they receive up to date and accurate information about progress when requested
• Ensuring files are kept within ISO 9001 guidelines
• To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations
• Working Hours
• 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Office location for this role can be Liverpool or Leeds

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Established experience in law through further education or experience
• File handling experience within a law practice or Insurer
• Good understanding of the high way code and basic road traffic act principles
• Ability to plan and prioritise workloads
• Efficient in a process driven environment
• Drive to achieve to take development opportunities when they arise with a positive attitude
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to compose professional written communications
• Ability to follow instruction with attention to detail
• Ability to recognise when sensitivity and tact are required
• Effectively work within a team
• Basic knowledge of the Court Practice Rules
• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
• Death In Service – after 1 years’ service
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

*after successfully completing probation

We are a specialist professional services and technology firm, working in partnership with leading insurance, highly regulated and global businesses.

We help our clients to manage risk, operate their core business processes, transform and grow. We deliver professional services and technology solutions across the risk and insurance value chain, including excellence in claims, underwriting, distribution, regulation & risk, customer experience, human capital, digital transformation & change management.

Our global team of more than 8,000 professionals operate across ten countries, including the UK & the U.S. Over the past ten years Davies has grown its annual revenues more than 20-fold, investing heavily in research & development, innovation & automation, colleague development, and client service. Today the group serves more than 1,500 insurance, financial services, public sector, and other highly regulated clients.