Crawford & Co.

UK - CLS - Solicitor

Job Locations UK-Birmingham
Requisition ID
2024-26321
# of Openings
1
Business Unit
Shared Services UK

Equal Opportunities

At Crawford & Company we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion; we aim to infuse it into everything we do – underpinning our strategy with three core elements:

Consciousness

Capability

Culture

We welcome applications from all candidates, no matter their background.  So, what are you waiting for?  Apply today, we’re looking forward to your application.

Position Summary

The role is to be responsible for the handling of a mixed pre litigation and litigated caseload of Claimant recoveries dealing with all aspects of litigation from pre issue to trial and reporting to the Head of Recoveries.  Subsidence experience would be preferred but not essential.

  • This role operates within the Subrogation & Recovery Team.
  • The scope of the role includes running a caseload of subsidence recovery and mitigation claims.
  • Employees will need to be able to work alone, but also be a team player
  • As necessary, the applicant may be required to undertake other duties including assisting Partners on high value/complex claims.

Functional Knowledge

  • Previous civil litigation experience is essential with at least 2       years experience
  • Experience of working in a team
  • Previous experience working within the insurance sector
  • Experience of working in a fast paced environment.
  • Ability to interpret and input data accurately and efficiently
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative
  • Professional and confident telephone manner

General Background, Experience & Professional Qualifications

  • The role requires relevant litigation experience working in a legal environment, preferably within the insurance sector
  • LPC or equivalent is an advantage, but applicant with relevant experience without a degree/LPC would be considered

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft Court Proceedings / documents
  • Adhere to Court directions and deadlines
  • Work to set priorities, create clear plans and manage work to meet Client needs
  • Engage in effective negotiation
  • Manage a Litigation Caseload/Pre litigation Case Load, with a view to driving claims to litigation or settlement
  • Dealing with litigated Claims
  • Maintain management information
  • Ensuring that all case reserves are completed in accordance with the specific client’s reserving philosophy
  • Perform legal and factual research
  • Keeping up to date with relevant legal documents & relevant Caselaw
  • Day to day supervision of cases
  • Responsible for individual performance
  • Training and developing junior staff

Behaviours

  • Professional, confidential and discrete.
  • Team player.
  • Shows initiative.
  • Adheres to the company value and culture.

Skills

  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills.
  • Comfortable Handling Large Workload under Time Constraints.
  • Strong Organisational skills.
  • Familiar with use of case management systems.
  • Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
  • Ability to Prioritise.
  • Working well with Different Personality Types.

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