Defendant Fee Earner - RTA

Assistant Solicitor/ Legal Executive/ Paralegal - Defendant Insurance

Salary: £30000

Location: Warringotn

The Company

This company is a leading player in the insurance industry, offering a range of services to clients across the UK. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality services, this company is committed to providing clients with the support they need to succeed.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Solicitor/ Legal Executive/ Paralegal to join this company's Defendant Insurance team. In this role, you will be responsible for progressing motor insurance claims to an effective and satisfactory conclusion, ensuring delivery of high levels of service both internally and externally. The right candidate must have excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle a busy caseload. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Solicitor/ Legal Executive/ Paralegal - Defendant Insurance:

Action all cases in line with company/client service standards and protocols.

Use of Proclaim case management system to proactively handle caseload whilst ensuring compliance with the client’s requirements.

Manage a mixed caseload involving liability disputes, repair and credit hire claims, MOJ and non-MOJ personal injury claims, OIC portal claims, indemnity disputes and allegations of fundamental dishonesty.

Analyse risk and develop sound judgement to justify decisions in the management of cases.

Prioritise work efficiently and effectively to ensure client service level agreements and deadlines are met.

Required knowledge and experience for the Assistant Solicitor/ Legal Executive/ Paralegal - Defendant Insurance role:

Defendant / Claimant RTA experience – 1 year +

Repair and credit hire claims

Third party intervention experience desirable

Motor personal injury cases including MOJ/OIC Portal cases preferable but not essential

Litigation experience preferable but not essential

If you are an experienced Assistant Solicitor/ Legal Executive/ Paralegal with a background in Defendant Insurance, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application today.

Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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