Experienced Paralegal – Property Recoveries DA - Nationwide
Responder al anuncioExperienced Paralegal – Property Recoveries DA - NationwideJob IntroductionThe Property Recoveries team in Birmingham is part of our Claims Solutions Group. Our specialist team provides expert and practical advice over a range of areas:Subrogated property, casualty, and travel RecoveriesUninsured Loss RecoveriesInternational RecoveriesRecovery of overpayments and duplicate paymentsWe are currently accepting applications from experienced paralegals who are looking for an exciting career within a supportive team and ambitious firm. What’s in it for you? As well as offering high levels of flexibility and a great work-life balance, we offer a well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance, and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits) alongside real opportunities for growth and progression. At DAC Beachcroft, our Flex Forward policy means that we have relaxed core hours and colleagues are able to flex their hours across the day and week. There are regular in-person and remote social events organised for colleagues at DAC Beachcroft, not to mention the opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities, including volunteering or becoming an ally for one of our inclusion and diversity or business network groups. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!What you will doEffectively running a full caseload of pre-litigated and litigated files to ensure deadlines are met and cases managed proactively to conclusion. Litigation experience is crucial. Caseload will consist of fast and intermediate track cases between £10k and £100k (not small claims). Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards to include:Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs, and protocols. Achievement of agreed chargeable time and financial targets. Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements. Prompt and accurate provision of MI. Ensure that trust balances are cleared promptly. Devising a clear case strategy which is adhered to, ensuring cases are run smoothly and balance the commercial interests of both the Firm and the client. Applying appropriate and current technical expertise and case law. Ensure cases reach repudiation/settlement and the archiving procedure is completed as quickly as possible. Effectively managing risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly to their Line Manager in the first instance. Engaging with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients, at all times acting as an ambassador of the firm. Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Account Manager where required. Who you areWill ideally have a degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) or Cilex qualification and relevant legal experience. Be interested in and willing to learn the technical aspects of recoveries investigation as required for the role. Be IT literate, with a good knowledge of Microsoft Office and previous knowledge or experience of a case management system would be an advantage but not essential. Good organisation skills, able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload and meet conflicting demands. High standard of written and oral communication skills. Team-oriented and collegiate with a willingness to share knowledge with and support other members of the team. Excellent relationship and client handling skills. Able to deal confidently and professionally with clients on day-to-day issues. Have an ability to adopt a commercial perspective rather than an ‘academic’ approach to claims settlement. Willing to take on client opportunities whether in person or virtually. Demonstrates alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive). About DAC BeachcroftWe are a leading international legal business with 3, 000 colleagues and a diverse range of capabilities. We have 11 offices in the UK as well as offices in Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Milan, Rome, Singapore, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Miami. We also have associations/alliances with firms in Malaysia, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Central America, the USA, Australia and Germany. We are a broad-based commercial firm with a strong heritage in insurance, health and real estate. This is complemented by a fast-growing Business Advisory capability. We represent a wide range of clients, from household names to government departments and NHS bodies. We act for the UK’s top-ten insurers, we are market leaders in the provision of strategic, commercial and regulatory advice to providers and commissioners in the health sector, and in real estate we advise the UK’s top-12 housebuilders. Our vision is to be leading business advisers, recognised for our insight and our outstanding commitment to clients, and for being the place where talented people want to work. What you need to know about applyingAt DAC Beachcroft, we don’t just accept your differences we celebrate them. Our strength comes from your diverse ideas and bringing the whole you to work. So if you’re good at what you do, come as you are. We welcome direct applications and are happy to talk flexible working. We also want you to be at your very best. Please feel free to let us know of any changes we can make at any point in the recruitment process that will help support your application. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please make an application and submit your CV. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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