Noise Induced Hearing Loss - File Handler

To handle own caseload of predominately litigated NIHL claims, in a supported team environment. To manage and progress claims in accordance with appropriate strategies to secure desired outcomes for clients at appropriate levels of profitability. The File Handler is required to have experience of NIHL claims and to demonstrate an ability to deal with a caseload of litigated claims.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing documents and preparing reports
• Dealing with disclosure
• Reviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records)
• Conducting investigations with Insured / obtaining witness statements
• Instructing Counsel / Experts
• Research
• Drafting generally
• Attending conferences and Trials with Counsel
• Dealing with routine correspondence
• Court appointments.
• Liaising with and taking instructions from Insurers and Insureds
• Ensure adherence to Court timetables
• To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations
• Adhere to the Keoghs Values

Working Hours  
35 hours per week
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.
Primary location for this role is 
Birmingham Office Or Bolton Office

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Reviewing documents and preparing reports
• Dealing with disclosure