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Paralegal - Property Insurance

DAC Beachcroft Dublin

Belfast

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GBP 22,000 - 28,000

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3 days ago

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Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an enthusiastic Paralegal for the Property Insurance team in Belfast. This role offers the chance to manage claims and work within a supportive environment. With opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, it's ideal for those starting their career in law.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Income protection insurance

Discounted gym membership

Professional funding for growth

Remote social events

Qualifications

Graduates or those with customer service experience encouraged to apply.
Passion for learning and teamwork emphasized.
Preferred but not required: experience in a legal setting.

Responsibilities

Manage a varied caseload of claims.
Provide client advice and negotiate claims.
Ensure compliance with performance measures and firm standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Negotiation

Client Management

Education

Degree in Law or relevant field

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Paralegal - Property Insurance

Application Deadline: 16 July 2025

Department: CSG - Property (Insurance / Damage / Recoveries / Subsidence)

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Belfast

Description

The Property Recoveries team in Belfast is part of our Claims Solutions Group. Our specialist team provides expert and practical advice over a range of areas:

Subrogated property
Uninsured Loss Recoveries
Recovery of overpayments and duplicate payments

Whilst experience is desirable, we are currently accepting applications from an enthusiastic paralegal who are looking for an exciting career within a supportive team and ambitious firm.

What you will do?

Role

You are expected to provide a timely, professional and high-quality service to our clients in the management of claims. Depending on your role, and with the support of a supervisor and team manager you will be expected to:

Be responsible for a varied caseload of pre-litigated or litigated work.
Screen matters for prospects and liaise with clients upon receipt of instructions.
Review instructions and provide client advice on case prospects.
Resolve claims through negotiation and litigation within client service standards.
Instruct experts and counsel, draft Witness Statements and other Court documents.
Maintain contact with our clients and their Customers whilst proactively managing their expectations.
Meet individual performance measures (financial performance, realisation rates and other KPIs).
Ensure that the DAC Beachcroft brand and standards are maintained.

Who you are

We are happy to hear from graduates or those with customer service/retail experience who are team players and have the passion for learning. We'd also like to hear from Paralegals who may already have experience working in a legal environment.

Typical duties might include;

Effectively running a full caseload of pre-litigated and litigated files to ensure deadlines are met and cases managed proactively to conclusion. Litigation experience is preferred.
Caseload will consist of cases in the Small Claims Court and County Court
Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards to include:
Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols.
Achievement of agreed chargeable time and financial targets
Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements
Prompt and accurate provision of MI
Ensure that trust balances are cleared promptly.
Devising a clear case strategy which is adhered to, ensuring cases are run smoothly and balance the commercial interests of both the Firm and the client
Applying appropriate and current technical expertise and case law
Ensure cases reach repudiation/settlement and the archiving procedure is completed as quickly as possible.
Effectively managing risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly to their Line Manager in the first instance
Engaging with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients, at all times acting as an ambassador of the firm
Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Account Manager where required.

What's in it for you?

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - https://jobs.dacbeachcroft.com/whats-in-it-for-you/
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

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