Due to company growth my client are expanding their Housing Disrepair department & Business energy departments. My client are a well-established law firm based in Liverpool are offering a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to join our team due to continued business growth.
We are looking for a diligent, confident, self-motivated and experienced person to fill the role of a HDR Fee Earner/HDR Business Energy. My client are prepared to offer retrain outside these sectors.
Experience required
Role Responsibilities
- Handling a caseload of Claimant of HDR/Business Energy cases
- Handling transferred fast track files that are ready to litigate
- Representing the team in the conduct of client matters in providing legal advice and assistance in a professional matter
- Completing all necessary investigations into the circumstances of the incident and the value of the client's claim, carrying out legal research as required
- Collating and reviewing the evidence to assess prospects of the claim succeeding its merits
- Negotiating settlement on the best possible terms for the Client ensuring that instructions are followed or taken at the vital points
- Ensuring that the legal expenses provider is kept updated at all key stages
- Drafting the necessary documents to issue court proceedings, following court directions, drafting statements and preparing the file for a final court hearing
- Identifying and appropriately investigating all conflicts, complaints and potential acts of negligence and ensuring they are reported immediately to a team leader or member of the compliance team
Experience Required
- A minimum of six months experience in a similar role either in-house or within private practice
- Basic legal background i.e. knowledge of fundamental legal concepts
- Confidence to manage colleagues expectations and ensure delivery by following up on items which have been promised
- Writing skills- to be applied in written papers for internal and external release
- Time management and organisation skills
- Ability to work to deadlines/targets
- Ability to prioritise case loads
- Excellent client care
Additional information
- Monday Friday Office based
- £26,000 - £30,000 + commission
- Training and progression opportunities
- Dress Down Fridays
- Opportunities for funding of LPC courses
- Training contracts
- Attractive bonus scheme
- Breakfast club on the last working day of the month
- Medicash
- Staff performance incentives
- Writing skills- to be applied in written papers for internal and external release
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