Paralegal/Litigation Executive - Fraud

Clyde & Co; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Paralegal/Litigation Executive to join their rapidly growing fraud team. This role involves managing a caseload of motor fraud claims, collaborating with legal professionals, and utilizing technology to enhance investigations. The position promises a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact while delivering top-notch services to clients. With a focus on personal growth and professional development, this opportunity offers hybrid working arrangements and a range of attractive benefits, making it an ideal choice for those looking to advance their legal career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Group income protection

Maternity and paternity pay

Holiday purchase

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Gym subsidy

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a caseload of motor fraud claims is essential.
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes and client SLAs required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of motor fraud claims and litigated personal injury claims.
• Conduct investigations and draft legal documents as needed.

Skills

Motor Fraud Experience

Litigation Process Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Personal Injury Litigation

Education

Relevant Legal Qualification

Job description

Description

About Us

At Clyde & Co, we're leaders in the Casualty market. Built on scale, unparalleled expertise, and a new vision for making the most of AI, data and technology, our Casualty practice is the biggest in the UK. With 480 partners, 2400 lawyers, and 3200 legal professionals in over 60 locations on 6 continents, our reach is truly global.

The Team

Our fraud team is one of our fastest-growing practices, covering a range of insurance and non-insurance fraud disputes, with an emphasis on motor, EL/PL and organised frauds. Our lawyers work closely with our intelligence analysts and understand the role of technology in fighting fraud.

We are looking to recruit a Paralegal/Litigation Executive with relevant Motor Fraud experience gained in a defendant firm who can demonstrate excellent knowledge of the litigation process and run their own case load of files. Experience with MIB claims would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

1. Working with all members of the team and you will be exposed to a variety of work, but predominantly acting on behalf of a range of insurance companies and self-insured commercial organisations.
2. Responsible for running a full caseload of motor fraud claims and/or litigated motor personal injury claims.
3. Carrying out investigations with live defenders and taking witness statements, reviewing and interpreting medical records and medical reports.
4. Identifying information requirements and securing required documentation/evidence from claimant representatives.
5. Adhering to reporting and reserving requirements in relation to different client SLAs.
6. File Management - including initial reports, updating reports and correspondence.
7. Attending and appearing at court and pre-trial meetings, and adhering to court timetables.
8. Drafting of all legal documents and client advice.
9. Dealing with interlocutory proceedings, CMCs and client meetings.
10. Supporting marketing and business development activity with the team and the wider Clyde & Co casualty group.

About You

You will be working within a team filled with legal professionals working in an engaging and friendly environment. Our people pride themselves on making an impact through providing an excellent, results and solutions focussed service to our clients. We're looking for people with excellent communication and organisational skills, and an ability to work well under pressure. You will be focussed on delivering a highly professional service to clients, including compliance with client SLAs and MI requirements. Previous experience of managing your own caseload is required and experience of personal injury litigation would be desirable.

Our Values

As much as good academics and technical knowledge are important, we want people to join us who truly identify with our values.

Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for our clients and our firm. We:

1. Work as one - We are a globally connected team of talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success.
2. Excel with clients - We aim high and challenge ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them at the centre of everything we do.
3. Celebrate difference - We help each other to be at our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement.
4. Act boldly - We seek new opportunities, take action and learn as we go, recognising that curiosity drives our development and contributes to growth.

What We Offer

We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you'll have access to, as part of our team:

1. Competitive salary
2. Hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days at home (subject to client and work demands)
3. Pension scheme
4. Group income protection
5. Maternity and paternity pay
6. Holiday purchase
7. Season ticket loan
8. Cycle to work scheme
9. Gym subsidy

For a confidential conversation please contact Sarah Kennedy on 0161 838 6781/[e-mail] or apply today through the link provided.

This is the job description as constituted at present; however, the Firm reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.