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Keoghs

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Leeds
  • 11d left

AI generated summary

  • You need strong organizational skills, experience in customer inquiries, IT literacy, proficiency in MS Office, and a GCSE grade A-C in Maths and English. Claims management experience is a plus.
  • You will liaise with clients, draft and serve documents, gather information, assist the File Handler, ensure timely case management, and maintain compliance with regulations.

Requirements

  • Strong organisational skills, together with the ability to prioritise their workload.
  • Able to effectively work to set deadlines.
  • Demonstrable experience of ; o Following a semi-prescribed programme of work. o Dealing with calls and enquiries from customers, suppliers and/or the public. o Gathering and recording information.
  • IT Literate.
  • Proficient in MS Office (notably Excel, Word and Outlook)
  • Experience of using a Claims/Case Management system.
  • Proficient in the use of alpha numerical filing systems.
  • GCSE grade A-C in Maths and English.

Responsibilities

  • Acknowledging instructions, initially liaising with clients and other parties.
  • Drafting appropriate documentation.
  • Serving appropriate documentation upon any third parties where applicable.
  • Liaise with the Insurer client regarding liability and chase accordingly to expedite settlement or repudiation.
  • Obtain additional information and/or documentation from the insurer client and/or third parties to facilitate File Handler negotiations.
  • Follow up on outstanding instructions and other actions to ensure that responses are received within required timescales.
  • Obtaining additional information and/or documentation as required from parties.
  • To provide general assistance and ad hoc duties to support the File Handler as and when required.
  • To ensure all case management and matter information is inputted on to the system in a timely and accurate manner to ensure completeness of records and to ensure accurate reporting of information to our clients.
  • To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations.
  • Adhere to the Keoghs Values.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Paralegal.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours for this role are 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.

Is this a remote position?

Yes, this is a hybrid role working 1 day in the office and 4 days from home.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

Applicants should have GCSE grade A-C in Maths and English, and demonstrable experience in relevant activities as outlined in the job description.

What skills are necessary for a successful Paralegal in this role?

Necessary skills include strong organisational abilities, the ability to prioritise workload, effective communication, IT literacy, and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

What is the contract type for this job?

The contract type for this job is Permanent.

Where is the office located?

The office is located at Leeds - Ambler House.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 11 Nov 2024.

What values does the company promote?

The company promotes the values of being connected, dynamic, innovative, and succeeding together.

What is a key responsibility of the Paralegal?

A key responsibility of the Paralegal is to draft appropriate documentation and assist in the rapid settlement of cases.

Keoghs

An insurance-focused, top 50 law firm, we act decisively for leading insurers and businesses in the insurance industry

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We are a top 40 law firm, focusing on the insurance sector, acting on behalf of leading insurers, businesses and suppliers to the insurance industry for over 50 years. In 2020, we joined Davies, the specialist professional services and technology firm, working in partnership with leading insurance, highly regulated and global businesses. Handling general insurance claims of all types, from the lowest value disputes through to the largest catastrophic losses makes us a trusted strategic partner for our clients. We minimise indemnity spend by combining technical expertise, thought leadership and technology whilst improving processes and services to deliver market-leading outcomes.