Description
We are seeking an ambitious and driven Litigated Counter Fraud Handler to join our award-winning Counter Fraud division. You will manage a litigated caseload of suspected fraudulent motor claims, working closely with insurers, fraud specialists, and experienced Lead Lawyers to investigate, challenge, and defend dishonest claims.
The caseload will consist of a range of suspected fraudulent insurance claims, including:
- Bogus Passenger
- Staged/Contrived
- Fraudulent Exaggeration
- Induced accidents
- Low Speed Impact
- Late Notification Claims
- Credit Hire Fraud
- MIB
- Linked & Organised Crime
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a litigated caseload of suspected fraud RTA claims from litigation through to resolution
- Reviewing and analysing evidence to develop effective case strategies
- Working closely with insurer clients on a non-delegated basis
- Conducting investigations and progressing cases in line with procedural deadlines
- Identifying strategic litigation opportunities and emerging fraud trends
- Delivering excellent client service while achieving performance and financial targets
- Maintaining accurate case management records and ensuring regulatory compliance
The role requires:
- Experience handling civil litigation claims or working as a legal file handler
- Experience managing pre-litigated and/or litigated RTA claims
- Knowledge of insurance litigation processes and the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- Excellent communication and client-handling abilities
- Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure
- Experience with time recording, billing systems, and case management systems
Desirable qualifications include:
- Experience handling linked and organised fraud matters
- Qualified Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer, ILEX qualification with necessary practising rights
Benefits include:
- Davies Incentive Plan
- 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service
- Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and virtual wellbeing
- Death in Service
- Critical Illness Cover
- PHI/Income Protection
- Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
- Employee Resource Groups
- Employee Volunteering Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Tech Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Gym Flex
- Access to Online Discount Sites
- Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
- Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
- Discounts at local retail outlets