DESCRIPTION

Lead File Handler handling Asbestos claims.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

• Technically proficient in handling and/or assisting on Asbestos disease litigated cases
• Effective negotiator
• Ability to use own initiative
• Flexibility in relation to tasks undertaken
• Good listening and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain concentration and pay attention to detail
• Ability to self-organise and self-prioritise
• Ability to work under pressure and to target
• An enthusiastic and hardworking individual
• Good level of IT skills
• Ability to work within the Keoghs shared behaviour framework
  Our culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our four values are at the heart of everything we do;
  We are connected
  We are Dynamic
  We are Innovative
  We succeed together

• Reviewing documents and preparing reports
• Dealing with disclosure
• Reviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records/ Companies House records)
• Conducting investigations with Insured / obtaining witness statements
• Instructing Counsel / Experts
• Research
• Drafting generally
• Attending conferences and Trials with Counsel
• Dealing with routine correspondence
• Court appointments including own advocacy
• Providing initial reports and further reports / advice to clients, when requested
• Liaising directly with the Claims Handlers and Managers
• Complying with Clients instructions
• Willing to engage in Client development when required
• Assisting team in achieving goals and objectives
• Meeting agreed targets
• To ensure compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct 2011
• Adhere to the Keoghs Values