CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Limited
Location
Bradford | United Kingdom
Job description
Claims Handler
Bradford
Up to £27,000
Are you a Claims Handler looking for a new exciting opportunity?
We have an amazing opportunity available working for an ambitious Law Firm in Bradford. They are looking to recruit a pre-litigation claims handler to join a busy team defending EL/PL claims.
Ideal opportunity for a law graduate with an interest in Personal Injury or an existing Claims Handler with up to 2 years experience looking for their next position.
BENEFITS:
- Qualification Sponsorship
- 27 holiday days + Bank Holidays + Purchase additional days
- 5 % Pension plus extra for length of service
- Life Assurance, Private Health
- Employee Assistance Programme (Financial difficulties, Mental health, Physical & Emotional issues)
- Interest free loans for Rail/ Bus
- Discounted Parking & Legal Work
AND MANY MORE...
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Excellent communication organisation and IT skills are a must
- Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
- Must be either a Law Grad or have Claims Handling experience
JOB ROLE:
- Conduct defence of EL/PL claims for Personal Injury from the beginning of the claim up to but not including litigation - preferably with a retail focus.
- Ability to use the MOJ EL/PL Portal.
- Deal with opponents, experts, statutory bodies and client by e-mail, telephone and in writing.
- Negotiate on issues of liability and quantum.
- Pursue recovery of client's losses, where appropriate, from third parties
- Maintain accurate financial / reserve / risk management information on all claims
- Comply with internal, client and procedural protocols
- Ensure that personal objectives are reviewed and met.
- Develop a good relationship with existing and potential clients ensuring that a high standard of client care in exercised at all times.
- Provide good customer service to litigants in person.
- Ensure that relevant training is carried out and keep up to date with relevant legislation and practice.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with SRA/Law Society Regulations.
- Take an active part, with the Department Head and Fee Earners from other departments in marketing initiatives benefiting both their own department and other departments of the Firm.
- Carry out duties and responsibilities with due regard to the firm's Equality & Diversity Policy.
If you are a claims handler or law graduate interested in this role, please apply ASAP!
CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Job tags
Salary
£23k - £27k per annum
