Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Keoghs are looking for a Paralegal/Legal Asistant to join their Credit Hire Team.
Job Purpose: As a File Handler, you will play a crucial role in managing legal cases and facilitating settlements. Under the guidance of the lead File Handler, you’ll handle various tasks related to file management, court documentation, and negotiations. Your attention to detail and adherence to strategies will contribute to successful case closures within agreed service level agreements (SLAs).
Compensation Package:
- Flexible Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, work 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday), and access a health cash plan.
- Pension Contribution: Plan for your future with our pension scheme.
- Local Perks: Discounts at local retail outlets and exclusive access to online discount sites.
- Holiday Allowance: 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
Key Accountabilities:
- Acknowledging Instructions: You’ll initiate communication with clients, courts, and other relevant parties upon receiving instructions.
- Drafting Court Documentation: Prepare accurate and relevant court documents as required.
- Filing and Serving Documents: Ensure timely filing of appropriate documentation at court and serve it upon third parties when necessary.
- Liaising with Insured and Witnesses: Collaborate with insured individuals and witnesses to draft witness statements.
- Negotiations: Engage in negotiations with claimants’ solicitors to achieve swift and appropriate settlements.
- Obtaining Additional Information: Gather necessary information and documentation from insurer clients and third parties to progress negotiations.
- Follow-Up: Monitor outstanding instructions and actions to ensure timely responses.
- General Assistance: Provide support to lead File Handlers as needed.
- Case Management and Record Keeping: Accurately input case information into the system to maintain complete records and facilitate client reporting.
- Compliance: Adhere to the SRA Code of Conduct.
Working Hours:
- 35 hours per week
- Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (with an unpaid hour for lunch)
- Primary location: Bolton - hybrid working with only 1 day in the office
Essential Skills and Attributes:
- Legal Experience: Some experience working within a legal environment or relevant qualifications.
- Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate effectively with third parties to obtain essential information.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities and effective workload prioritization.
- Deadline-Oriented: Capable of working efficiently within set deadlines.
Join us on this rewarding journey! Apply today. ??
Required skills
- Admin
- Drafting
- Legal
Reference: 52526682
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