Litigation Executive - Motor

at  Horwich Farrelly Solicitors

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Litigation Executive to join our Motor Department based in our Manchester office.
The Role
In this role you will not only be working independently but as part of a successful Motor & Casualty team. The ideal candidate will have previous Motor file handling experience or worked in the insurance industry.
The role holder will deal with fully litigated small claims/fast track case load of files and assist other Fee Earners as and when required.
To ensure that clients are confident that their legal affairs are dealt with in a business-like and competent manner and to ensure the efficient operation of the firm.

File Handling own mixed case load of defendant litigated r anging from OIC to Fast Track/ low level Multi Track
Competent at dealing with files on a delegated and non-delegated basis and complying with client SLAs
Reviewing quantum, valuing general and special damages and finalising case plans including advice as to next steps
Referring cases for supervision and guidance so as to ensure the correct procedure and process is followed
Entering into telephone negotiations, liaising with third party solicitors and insurers, own insurer clients and lay clients’ and recording the outcome of those approaches
Drafting documents including, applications, offers, proposed orders, directions etc.
Attending telephone conferences/applications/court hearings
Working to Court Deadlines and Managing time in an effective manner using organisational skills and case management system
Seeing cases through from commencement of proceedings to conclusion whilst dealing with cases in a cost-effective matter
Ensure that all cases are dealt with in compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and Law
Manage your time effectively
Complete MI and the understanding of SLA’s
Comply with Horwich Farrelly’s practice and procedures.
The existing teams are filled with ambitious professionals working in an engaging and friendly environment. We are a sociable department with lots of team activities to get involved in!
Progression
HF has a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees, there are many opportunities for progression and for the successful candidate to have a rewarding and prosperous career at HF. All our training contracts and solicitor apprenticeships are offered internally and are not met with competition from outside of the firm.
The Candidate
The successful candidate will ideally have experience of claim handling a litigated caseload preferable a defendant case load.
Knowledge of the CPR, the SRA Code of Conduct and their application
Knowledge of motor insurance would be preferable
Familiarity with medical reports would be needed
Able to meet/exceed billing target.
Client-centric approach and excellent client care skills
Excellent organisational skills.
Experience of communicating and working with clients
Has the ability to take initiative and pride in their work; and is flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of clients’ business.
Can work under pressure and to strict time limits.
Able to show initiative, and competency to work freely
The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
About the Firm
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.
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, from paying for professional subscriptions to offering learning and development grants for further study, 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
Private Dental Insurance
Enhanced parental leave
Cycle to Work scheme
Life insurance and income protection
Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service
Season ticket loans
Professional subscriptions paid
Flu vouchers
Bonus scheme
HF Discount Hub
Sounds great! What next?
If you are ready to apply, the button is below. If you don’t have an updated CV or just want a bit more information about the role first, please get in touch with us!
Next steps
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, to find out more about you - 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