Motor Casualty Litigation executive

Manchester – £28,000 - £35,000

In this role you will not only be working independently but as part of a successful Motor & Casualty team.

The ideal candidate will have previous Motor file handling experience or worked in the insurance industry. The role holder will deal with fully litigated small claims/fast track case load of files and assist other Fee Earners as and when required.

The Main Duties:

• File Handling own mixed case load of defendant litigated ranging from OIC to Fast Track/ low level Multi Track
• Competent at dealing with files on a delegated and non-delegated basis and complying with client SLAs
• Reviewing quantum, valuing general and special damages and finalising case plans including advice as to next steps
• Referring cases for supervision and guidance so as to ensure the correct procedure and process is followed
• Drafting documents including, applications, offers, proposed orders, directions etc.
• Working to Court Deadlines and Managing time in an effective manner using organisational skills and case management system

Progression
The firm has a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees, there are many opportunities for progression and for the successful candidate to have a rewarding and prosperous career. All of their training contracts and solicitor apprenticeships are offered internally and are not met with competition from outside of the firm. 
 
The Candidate

• The successful candidate will ideally have experience of claim handling a litigated caseload preferable a defendant case load.
• Knowledge of the CPR, the SRA Code of Conduct and their application 
• Knowledge of motor insurance would be preferable
• Familiarity with medical reports would be needed
• Able to meet/exceed billing target.
• Experience of communicating and working with clients
• The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

If you think this job sounds like a perfect next step for your career and matches your experience/skill set please don't hesitate to apply! 

Or, you can contact me directly on: 

email: ruby@douglas-scott.co.uk
mobile: 07451 271 284