Description
As a Casualty NDA File Handler at Davies, you will manage a caseload of varied EL/PL cases on behalf of insurance clients.
The role requires a forensic and analytical approach to employer and public liability issues, along with experience and appreciation of the documents and evidence required in these types of cases.
Key Responsibilities
- Consider concepts and merits of primary and secondary liability in employer and public liability claims.
- Handle matters in accordance with client SLA’s.
- Prepare initial reports, review claims, and set strategies for management.
- Review evidence such as witness statements, GP records, and property inspection reports.
- Deal with disclosure and conduct investigations.
- Conduct CMC’s and applications.
- Review and report on exchange of evidence and receipt of medical evidence.
- Instruct counsel, investigators, and experts.
- Draft questions for medical experts and prepare costs schedules.
- Manage routine correspondence and review matters.
- Prepare pre-trial reports and attend conferences and trials with counsel.
- Ensure compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.
Working Hours
- 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.
- Hybrid working model with 1 day a week required in the office at Parklands, Bolton.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Experience handling EL/PL files and previous litigation experience.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
- Proficiency in IT and good client care skills.
Benefits
- Davies Incentive Plan
- 25 days holiday per year
- Family Cover Private Medical Insurance
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- WeCare – 24/7 online GP and mental health support
- Death in Service and Critical Illness Cover
- PHI/Income Protection
- Pension Contribution
- Employee Resource Groups and Employee Volunteering Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Tech Scheme, and other discounts