NIHL File Handler

Davies; Bolton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Pension contribution

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Discounts at Merlin Attractions

Job summary

Davies is seeking an NIHL File Handler to join our Legal department in Bolton. The role involves reviewing documentation, ensuring disclosure compliance, conducting investigations, and liaising with Counsel, witnesses, and Insurers.

You will manage a litigated caseload within a supportive team and contribute to case strategy and timely updates. The position requires experience with NIHL claims, strong drafting and communication skills, and adherence to SRA Standards.

Qualifications

• Experience handling litigated NIHL claims and managing a caseload independently.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes, court procedures and disclosure requirements.
• Ability to review evidence, medical records and witness statements, and prepare clear reports.
• Experience instructing Counsel and Experts and attending hearings, conferences and trials.

Responsibilities

• Experience handling litigated NIHL claims and managing a caseload independently.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes, court procedures and disclosure requirements.
• Ability to review evidence, medical records and witness statements, and prepare clear reports.
• Experience instructing Counsel and Experts and attending hearings, conferences and trials.
• Strong drafting, research and communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with Insurers, Insureds and other stakeholders.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with a focus on meeting court deadlines.

Skills

Litigation knowledge

NIHL claims experience

Report writing

Witness statements

Counsel liaison

Education

Legal/paralegal qualification

Tools

SRA Standards & Regulations

Job description

NIHL File Handler

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Bolton

Description

• Reviewing documentation, evidence, medical records and personnel records, and preparing detailed reports.
• Handling all aspects of disclosure and ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
• Conducting investigations, liaising with Insureds, and obtaining witness statements.
• Instructing and liaising with Counsel and expert witnesses.
• Undertaking legal and technical research to support case strategy and claim progression.
• Drafting a range of legal documents, correspondence, pleadings and reports.
• Attending conferences, court hearings and trials with Counsel where required.
• Managing routine correspondence and maintaining effective communication with all parties.
• Attending court appointments and ensuring adherence to court directions and timetables.
• Liaising with and taking instructions from Insurers and Insureds, providing clear and timely updates.
• Progressing claims in line with agreed litigation strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Maintaining accurate file management and ensuring work is conducted efficiently and profitably.
• Ensuring compliance with the SRA Standards and Regulations at all times.
• Demonstrating and promoting the Keoghs Values in all aspects of work and client service.

Applicants should have previous experience handling NIHL claims and be confident managing a litigated caseload within a supportive team environment.

Working Hours

35 hours per week

Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.

Primary location for this role is Birmingham Office Or Bolton Office

Key Responsibilities

• Experience handling litigated NIHL claims and managing a caseload independently.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes, court procedures and disclosure requirements.
• Ability to review evidence,medical records and witness statements, and prepare clear reports.
• Experience instructing Counsel and Experts and attending hearings, conferences and trials.
• Strong drafting, research and communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with Insurers, Insureds and other stakeholders.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with a focus on meeting court deadlines.
• Knowledge of the SRA Standards & Regulations and commitment to the Keoghs Values.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Experience handling litigated NIHL claims and managing a caseload independently.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes, court procedures and disclosure requirements.
• Ability to review evidence,medical records and witness statements, and prepare clear reports.
• Experience instructing Counsel and Experts and attending hearings, conferences and trials.
• Strong drafting, research and communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with Insurers, Insureds and other stakeholders.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with a focus on meeting court deadlines.
• Knowledge of the SRA Standards & Regulations and commitment to the Keoghs Values.

Job Benefits

• 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*
• 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