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Assistant to Partner - Industrial Disease NIHL

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Keoghs LLP logoKeoghs · Birmingham, UK
Full-timeOn-site6mo ago
ComplianceNegotiation
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Davies Incentive Plan25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)Simply Health Care Cash PlanWeCare - 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 wellbeingDeath In Service - after 1 years' servicePension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% EmployerEmployee Resource GroupsEmployee Volunteering ProgrammeCycle to Work Scheme*Tech Scheme*Season Ticket Loan*Gym Flex*Access to Online Discount SitesDiscounted Gourmet Society MembershipDiscounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwideDiscounts at local retail outlets*after successfully completing probation

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The Assistant File Handler (AFH) will be assigned to work under a Partner within the Disease department with a caseload of Hourly Rate Industrial Disease claims including but not limited to NIHL (Noise Induced Hearing Loss), HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome) and potentially other disease cases. Performing delegated tasks to pursue the progression/resolution of a file as soon as practically possible. The role will involve working upon complex and high-value claims in a fast-paced environment, allowing for the development of disease cases. Key Accountabilities Compliance with client SLAs Compliance with court directions and timetables Drafting Court Documents Negotiation. Advocacy, including attending telephone hearings Analysis of evidence Client Reporting Instructing and liaising with Counsel/experts Preparation of bundles Completing and updating MI Achieve a chargeable target. To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations The above is not a definitive list of possible work which may be provided. Experience, Skills and Qualifications Experience of claims handling (either pre litigation or litigated) Understanding of the litigation process Ability to work with and take instruction from a Partner Motivated to attempt new challenges and develop into a File Handler Awareness of the disease market and legal developments Ability to work to targets and deadlines Attention to detail An understanding of client needs/requirements Adhere to the Keoghs Values.


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