Litigation Executive - Manchester, United Kingdom - Horwich Farrelly Solicitors

Horwich Farrelly Solicitors

Verified Company

Manchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

We are instructed by one of the largest motor insurers in the UK and pride ourselves in our client service and technical expertise.

Progression

We are passionate about developing and nurturing employees and you will have many opportunities to progress. All of our training contracts are offered internally and are not met with competition from outside of the firm.

The Firm invests significantly in its employees; a large number of training contracts were offered last year, the majority of those have been offered a permanent position, demonstrating our commitment to developing rewarding career paths for our employees.

There is a very defined and structured career pathway to associate and partnership level.

The Main Duties:

As an assistant in the Large and Complex Injury Team, you will:
Undertake direct communication with third parties on the telephone in a professional and effective manner;
Update information into the case management system as requested;
Attend court hearings and client conferences;
Take client statements and review medical/employment/dwp records;
Assist Fee Earners with chasers and post;
Assist with the efficient running of the office generally;
Undergo regular supervision with your line manager along with our open communication policy, receiving day-to-day support;
Perform other responsibilities assigned by the Partnership as requested; and
Complete MI and understand the Client's Service Level Agreements.

The existing team is filled with ambitious professionals working in an engaging and friendly environment.

Not only do we achieve excellent results for our clients but, as a team, we take our Social & Corporate Responsbility very seriously, engaging in a number of charity events.

We are looking for someone who:
Is hard working and enthusiastic;
Is organised;
Has great attention to detail;
Has a high standard of written English;
Is passionate about achieving great results, going the extra mile and demonstrating that through liaising with our marketing department;
Is a strong team player;

Has the ability to take initiative and pride in their work; i s flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of client's business.

The Firm

HF are a successful niche practice, who promote a relaxed and approachable atmosphere and operate a relaxed dress down policy.

Our full time hours are 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 7 hours per day working flexible hours. Location is no difficulty given that the majority of our work is conducted from home.

All our employees receive range of company benefits including:
Flexible working hours;
Reduced gym memberships;
Training bursaries;
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays;
Employer pension contribution; and