Paralegal- Claims Negotiator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal/Claims negotiator with a prestigious law firm based in Glasgow. This a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company with great benefits and ongoing training and support to advance your legal career.

The purpose of the role is to plan and effectively manage a case load of claims through provision of an efficient and timely claims handling service in accordance with service standards.

Company benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience
• Company pension
• Life assurance benefit
• Casual dress
• Flexible working
• Holiday bonus scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Training and development
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Key Accountabilities - Once Fully Trained:

• Run your own caseload with minimal training and supervision
• Developing the capability of issuing proceedings for motor accident cases
• Process allocated claims and fully understand how to use the advanced Case Management system
• Dealing with all new claims correspondence
• Establishing liability and indemnity on all claims within the allocation
• Negotiation of claims through to conclusion up to the point of a Hearing
• Maintaining an effective diary regime
• Referring any claim to the appropriate team Manager should the nature of the Claim change or deteriorate

Required:

• At least 2 years previous experience in issuing proceedings for RTA's
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to use a range of communication styles;
• Plans, prioritises and prepares in advance to maximise efficiency and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, influence and gain the respect of colleagues;
• Computer Literacy with the ability to adapt to new technologies

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