Post-Defence Litigator (SCT) @ Davies

Looking to build your career in litigated claims? Join us as a Small Claims File Handler and gain hands-on experience managing your own portfolio of litigated small claims. With support from an experienced lead handler, you’ll handle quantum and liability matters , develop your technical knowledge and use your negotiation skills to achieve effective settlements. A great opportunity to learn, develop and take your claims career to the next level.

• Management of a caseload of Small Claims Track cases, including effective planning and organising of the workload to ensure Court deadlines are met.
• Delivery of agreed performance targets and quality standards Analysis of the available evidence to create an initial case strategy on liability and quantum.
• Undertake effective telephone discussions and negotiations with the client, Claimant, third party insurer and third party Solicitors to pursue the efficient and appropriate settlement of cases and apportionment of costs Proofing witnesses, assessing their evidence and drafting statements.
• Drafting of Court document and complying with all Court deadlines are met.
• Instructing, briefing and liaising with Counsel.
• Guiding the Claimant through the litigation process where required and setting expectations.
• Timely and accurate maintenance of all case management, billing and management information systems to ensure completeness of records and aid business decision making Delegation of tasks where available and appropriate to other members of the team Dealing with correspondence and telephone calls within strict service level agreements, Delegation of tasks where appropriate to other members of the team Updating reports upon receipt of evidence as required.
• Adhering to Client Guidelines That they receive up to date and accurate information about progress when requested Ensuring files are kept within ISO 9001 guidelines To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations Working Hours Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with 1 hour unpaid for lunch.
• The role is working in the Bolton office.