Counter Fraud Solicitor/Litigation Executive/Legal Executive

at  Horwich Farrelly Solicitors

Counter Fraud Litigated Claims Handler
Our award winning Counter Fraud Team is recruiting for a Litigation Executive/Solicitor to join our award winning Counter Fraud department based from our Media City, Salford Quays office.
The team is filled with legal professionals working in an engaging and friendly environment. Our people pride themselves on making an impact through providing an excellent, results and solutions focussed service to our clients.
There is a great team ethos and we encourage our people to be involved in various team and firm wide initiatives centred on personal development and wellbeing, not just the work we do. For instance there are opportunities to be part of the engagement committee, attend client events and participate in charity and volunteering opportunities.
What will you be doing?
You will be asked to competently deal with a case load of predominantly hourly rate, litigated, non DA complex Fraud files within our case management system, to include: running your own case load of complex motor fraud matters, to ensure that clients are confident that their legal affairs are dealt with in a professional and competent manner, and ensuring the efficient operation of the team.
To comply with MI reporting and Client Service Level Agreements.
To carry out Advocacy on applications and Case Management Conferences as and when required.
To retain up to date knowledge at all times through internal and external courses/seminars and feed back to Clients and other peers.
What do I need?
You will need p revious experience within a similar role handling a full and varied case load. A knowledge or experience of Personal Injury Clams; preferably Defendant and/or previous experience working within the counter- fraud insurance sector. Whether you are a solicitor, legal executive or non-qualified claims handler with experience of personal injury litigation we would like to hear from you!
You will need to bring an enthusiastic and self-motivated attitude with a desire to achieve and exceed targets combined with the ability to work in a fast paced environment. The ability to demonstrate initiative and creative problem solving is desirable.
We would like to see a s trong work ethic and a committed team player. We are a close knit and stable team that like to share ideas and experience with a view to achieving the best results that we can for our Clients and to b e confident and assertive and willing to engage in public speaking.
Progression
As a firm we are fully committed to nurturing and growing talent, and part of that is recognising the results of an individual’s work and rewarding high performance.
Progression isn’t just limited to qualification. Many people within Counter Fraud have had the opportunity to be promoted into management and operational positions and/or develop as technical specialists.
Above all the firm values potential, if you are inquisitive, hardworking and passionate about achieving great results , HF is a great place to develop your career.
What’s in it for you?
We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code; you can be yourself at work. We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours for all.
We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, we are always looking to invest and grow our people.
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll have access to, as part of our team:
25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service
Private healthcare provision
Company pension scheme
Enhanced parental leave
Cycle to Work scheme
Life insurance and income protection
Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service
Season ticket loans
Flu vouchers
Bonus scheme
HF Discount Hub
About the company
HF is one of the UK’s leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK’s 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire. HF has recently expanded into the provision of commercial legal services and litigation, providing solutions to a wide range of corporate and SME clients.
Sounds great! What next?
If you are ready to apply, the button is below. If you would like to find out more about the role please contact recruitment@h-f.co.uk.
If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we’d love to learn more about you. Once you’ve submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an initial call with one of our team - followed by a virtual interview.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we’re passionate about inclusive hiring approaches.
When you apply, you’ll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we’ll do our best to support you.
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