Fast Track File Handler - EL/PL

This is a diverse role with opportunities to work on a mixed caseload for high profile corporate and insurance clients. The successful candidate will handle a caseload of litigated EL and PL cases. Key Responsibilities Day-to-day handling of a litigated caseload of EL and PL cases, subject to supervision according to Keoghs competency framework, to include: • • Building relationships with Keoghs clients. • Assessing and advising on liability and quantum. • Devising strategies to resolve cases with the best possible outcome, identifying areas to investigate and evidence to collate. • Dealing with disclosure. • Proofing witnesses and preparing detailed witness statements. • Marshalling expert evidence. • Working with the wider team to ensure a seamless delivery of services to Keoghs clients. • To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations and relevant Service Standards Working Hours 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Liverpool office. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • Proven experience of handling litigated EL and PL cases with a value of up to £25,000. • Good communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team. • Strong IT skills and experience of working with a case management system. • An ability to prioritise workload. • Excellent attention to detail. • A willingness to change and adapt in order to deliver the best results for our clients. Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) • Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) • 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 • Critical Illness Cover • PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance) • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer • Employee Resource Groups • Employee Volunteering Programme • 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