Paralegal – Litigation / Insurance & Risk (Subrogated Recoveries)
Edinburgh/Glasgow - Hybrid
£38k-£45K(DOE) + Excellent Benefits Package.
Truly unique opportunity for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join highly regarded City Centre based firm.
You will be involved, primarily, in pursuing recovery of subrogated losses on behalf of insurance companies and uninsured losses for corporate clients arising from motor (including credit hire) and, to a lesser extent, property damage claims. The majority of your caseload will comprise claims with a value up to £5,000.
The role requires an organised and driven individual who can handle a busy , varied large case load, at the same time ensuring a high quality of service.
CORE TASKS
Pre-litigation assessment of subrogated recovery claims.
Managing your own caseload of subrogated recovery claims using a case management system.
Assisting solicitors in the team as required.
Ensuring regular contact with clients and third parties by telephone, email and general correspondence.
Dealing with claims, assessing quantum and negotiating settlement.
Drafting court proceedings and handling all procedural aspects other than hearings.
Complying with the firm's time recording policy.Ideally you will;
Possess experience of subrogated recoveries and Simple Procedure claims preferable.
Works effectively with other team members.
Takes responsibility for their own caseload subject to supervision.
Used to managing a high volume of claims.
Maintains regular contact with clients and demonstrates understanding of the key drivers for the client.
Communicates in a confident, clear and relaxed way.
The ability to prioritise work is essential.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively and to meet deadlines.
Ideally candidates will have knowledge of a case management system.
For further information, please contact Michelle Beaumont.
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