Associate, Motor, 2+ Years' Experience - Manchester, United Kingdom - Kennedys

Kennedys

Verified Company

Manchester, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Kennedys is looking to recruit a litigator to run a case of suspected fraudulent motor claims.

The role requires undertaking all aspects of investigation, analysis of the merits of the case, drafting pleadings and reporting to clients.

In addition, advising clients on technical and tactical aspects of litigation and the economic considerations. Defendant motor experience and /or experience of defending fraudulent claims will be an advantage but not essential. Litigation experience is essential.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of delivering good client care, good results for clients and strong financial performance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team with a wide range of work in a firm which puts our clients at the heart of what we do and at the forefront of technical innovation.

Team
Kennedys' Fraud Team advise on cross-client organised and complex fraud investigations.

The team's work includes managing and coordinating litigation, investigation strategies and individual interests for clients whilst working with industry bodies, such as the Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB), regulators and the police.

The Fraud Team builds counter fraud strategies to detect and challenge fraudulent claims, ensuring best practice, effective process and measures to deter and prevent fraud.

Clients

Large composite Insurers
London Market Insurers
Selfinsured companies
EL/PL and motor insurers
Corporates
Transport operators and contractors

Cases

Suspected fraudulent claims and handling all aspects of motor claims.
Both prelitigation and litigated files.

Required experience

Minimum of 2 years' experience

- of handling own caseload of fast-track and multi-track insurance claims

E xperience of multitrack personal injury claims gained in the counter fraud team of a defendant personal injury law firm.* (We will consider those from a claimant background as well).
Exeprience of RTA claims
Proven track record in complying with clients' SLAs and MI completion
Meeting targets.
Experience of a broad range of insurnace claims (desirable not essential)
UK Qualified Solicitor, Foreign Qualified or CILEX qualified with the relevant experience (desirable not essential)

About Kennedys
Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in dispute resolution and advisory services.

With over 2,400 people worldwide across 44 offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and America we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field.

Our lawyers handle both contentious and non-contentious matters, and provide a range of specialist legal services, for many industry sectors but we have particular expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, especially in defending insurance and liability claims.

We're a fresh-thinking firm, and we're not afraid to bring challenging new perspectives to the table way beyond the traditional realm of legal services.

We empower our clients with a diverse range of ideas, tools and technology to make their lives easier, as well as delivering exceptional results, every time.

What do we have to offer?
We welcome high-performing lawyers, business services professionals, secretaries, graduates and apprentices to join our rapidly expanding global firm.

Whatever your role at Kennedys, you'll be involved in exciting and stimulating work, where your input will make a difference.

Our culture and values form a big part of who we are and we take them seriously. We make a difference by being approachable,straightforward, supportive and distinctive.

Our values are at the core of who we are and what make us a great firm to work with and for.

We develop careers in an innovative and collaborative global environment, with our values at the core.

We believe that supporting individual growth and development puts us in the best position to attract and retain talented individuals.

Regardless of role or level, everyone has access to virtual learning to help you develop your skills, wherever you are in the world.

A variety of other exciting opportunities are available including secondments to clients and our global offices as well as a comprehensive benefits package (details are available upon request).

We've created a culture based on client service, professional excellence, hard work and trust.

We deeply value the relationships we build with our clients and we know that they value our warm, friendly human approach.

We are here to provide answers, recommendations, strategy and tactics.

Kennedys is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.

We expect all employees to be aware of and comply with all relevant policies and procedures within their jurisdiction, including those relating to Information Security, Data Protection and Quality Management, refer any breach promptly to Risk & Compliance and to complete all mandatory training when requested.