RTA Personal Injury Claims Handler
Leeds – £27,000 - £33,000
Due to ongoing growth this firm have several fantastic opportunities, one important role is as an RTA/Personal Injury Claims Handlers. These roles will be based at their Leeds office, on a full time and permanent basis.What you'll be doing:
You will be reporting to a Team Leader, joining their dedicated RTA team dealing with a mixed caseload of OIC, MOJ, complex, Fast Track claims along with Part 8 Litigated cases.
You will have the ability to develop your existing experience to litigate on post whiplash reform cases where quantum and liability are disputed.
You will work to achieve personal and department wide targets whilst adhering to their service level agreements.
Skills and Experience:
- Fast Track RTA claims handling experience with Personal injury, within an insurance company or law firm environment.
- A working knowledge of OIC and MOJ Pre Action Protocol and Civil Procedure Rules for Personal Injury Claims.
- A working knowledge of Tariff and Non Tariff valuations, JC Guidelines for the assessment of general damages in personal injury cases
- Strong communication skills and able to engage effectively with clients.
- Able to work well under pressure whilst retaining high attention to detail.
Home Working: Hybrid model (2 days from the office, 3 days from home)
Working hours: 35 hour per week (Monday - Friday)
What we'll give you
We have a strong focus on developing you and your skillset and to give you the tools to do so. A competitive salary and benefits package.
If you think this role is the perfect next step for you and you are wanting to advance your career, please don't hesitate to apply today!
Mobile: 07451 271284
Email: ruby@douglas-scott.co.uk
What were you doing before you joined Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment?
I just completed my law degree at Edge Hill University and was working in the sales department of a call center in the energy sector.
What are you most looking forward to in your new role?
I am most looking forward to a new opportunity and adventure, hitting the ground running in a new career and the opportunities to progress up the ladder with Douglas Scott. I also love the idea of helping people discover new opportunities for themselves in their careers.
If you weren’t in recruitment what would you be doing?
I would most likely be pursuing my law degree down the more traditional route of further study with an LPC and becoming a solicitor.
Tell us something that people might not know about you?
I love true crime documentaries and it scares my boyfriend to no end how calm I am when I watch them! I suppose that is where the love of the legal industry comes from.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Claimant Personal Injury
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £27,000 - £33,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Leeds
- Reference: 1080339
