BOND TURNER

Responsibility

• personable and have a good telephone manner / customer service background
• management of a caseload of litigated fast track and multi-track credit hire cases under supervision
• paralegal in complex injury department, assisting an experienced lawyer
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• receive files at the point of a further medical other than the initial GP report being needed
• provide assistant to a fee-earner, who manages a range of litigated liability disputed RTA cases, involving the MIB
• managing a case load involving liability disputes
• general call queries/answering the team loop
• identify the key stages of an RTA claim from inception to commencing Court proceedings
• have an understanding of regulatory responsibilities and client care in a legal setting
• there will be a mixture of liability admitted and disputed cases
• legal drafting, ie List of Documents, Reply to Defence, witness statements, updated schedules of loss, Trial Bundles
• instructing medicals, obtaining medical records
• will provide support and assist administratively and with routine work delegated on files, under supervision
• active use of Proclaim case management systems
• reviewing Medical Evidence and valuing Whiplash Injuries
• able to risk assess liability / quantum in low value RTA claims
• have an understanding of legal process an advantage but not essential
• responsible for compliance with court directions and orders
• photocopying large bundles
• assessing all medical reports and records for potential inaccuracies
• analyse risk and develop a sound judgement to justify decisions in the management of cases
• reviewing Claimant’s Losses and Vehicle Related Losses including Credit Hire
• diligent and have a high standard of attention to detail and work ethic
• compliance with internal instructions and those from supervisors, in a timely fashion
• redacting financial documents & reporting whether client is impecunious
• collate special damages
• ensure that work loads are being prioritised efficiently to ensure that client service levels are being met
• drafting Liability Witness Statements on behalf of the Claimant
• redacting financial documents
• ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• ensuring cases are ran efficiently and with regular updates to the credit hire company
• processing requests for Police reports
• manage cases up until settlement/court proceedings pack
• improve speed of settlement whist ensuring compliance with clients requirements
• ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• issuing proceedings through OIC Portal
• gateway role to legal career progression
• building and maintaining a good relationship with the hire company
• trace Smart searches
• draft witness statements
• experience handling RTA files and knowledge of the Civil Procedure rules
• use of case management system
• attending Conferences with Counsel
• working effectively with the existing team
• requesting Glass’ Guide valuations
• dealing with calls and post from third parties and clients
• responsible for a high volume Personal Injury RTA caseload, you will be responsible for following the MOJ process and using the Proclaim management sytem
• ability to manage a case from proceedings being commenced, to trial
• undertaking MOT searches & Google Map images
• recovery of any vehicle related damages and credit hire
• experienced in using a case management and diary system
• requesting DVLA searches
• ability to negotiate and settle cases/ achieve best outcomes
• requesting medical records
• arranging medical examinations
• reviewing medical reports
• correct and modify inaccurate data entry
• assessing liability position
• providing support to a Senior Solicitor to progress a full caseload of RTA cases
• you will ensure that all Court processes run smoothly and effectively
• processing cheque requests
• assisting in the progression of cases proactively
• maintaining and updating the database system as necessary
• a. Work will involve contacting clients, the court, opponents and other parties, collating documents, assisting preparing evidence and assisting the fee earner with compliance with court directions/orders
• you will be working within the Head of Operations and the senior fee earners that deal the litigation process within Housing Disrepair – assisting the team with progression and settlement of the files on behalf of clients post issue with the support of the team

Earnings for position paralegal

Responsibility

• working in a pool of legal secretaries assisting a number of Fee Earners
• working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• collating Electronic Bundles using software such as Adobe Pro
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• preparing correspondence and documents
• arranging in person and remote meetings/conferences using Teams/Zoom, liaising with client’s, counsel, medical agencies/experts re medical appointments/conferences
• photocopying and scanning documents
• photocopying large bundles
• obtaining an array of medical and financial records
• using Proclaim case management system
• supporting a team of experienced lawyers
• make appointments, arrange meetings and liaise with lawyers, clients, Counsel and others
• obtaining police reports
• supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required
• using Proclaim case management system when needed
• diarising court orders and deadlines, organising files and generally helping the team with all administrative/PA tasks
• make and receive calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner
• general secretarial duties include completing Court forms, typing of digital dictation, photocopying, scanning, emailing and taking bundles to DX exchange and managing a diary system

Requirements

• audio Typing

Earnings for position legal secretary

Responsibility

• building effective working relationships with people at all levels within the Head Office and wider business
• production, sending and filing of employee contracts of employment
• delivery of a professional HR administration Service
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• conduct onboarding for new starters
• monitor and manage the HR inbox for all queries and admin actions
• proactively search for suitable candidates and build good strong professional relationships with them for current and future business opportunities
• monitor recruitment and selection data to contribute to HR Board reports
• sifting and screening potential candidates via Teams / phone that match the selection criteria
• maintain employee files in line with Data Protection Regulations
• create a positive experience for both hiring managers and candidates
• respond to enquiries and offering HR advice, to queries which are sent to the People Team Inbox
• apply to and respond to reference/tenancy requests
• brand awareness on LinkedIn and relevant job boards
• maintain any HR spreadsheets
• maintaining confidentiality of information
• on boarding of new starters including right to work checks, references, preparing offer letters, contracts and DAMS onboarding documents
• review and develop the end-to-end recruitment process with the Head of Talent
• work with internal stakeholders to build strong relationships and understand their business areas, the roles within their teams and their recruitment needs
• maintain and regularly update the org charts
• attend careers and college fairs and similar events
• manage Off Boarding process for leavers including leaver details, exit interviews, and collating reasons for leaving
• process all administration concerning new starters, leavers and changes to terms and conditions and to formulate the appropriate contracts and change letters
• monitor and produce probation confirmation and extension letters
• create adverts that are appropriate for each vacancy
• compliance to HR processes
• arranging interviews, booking meeting rooms and feeding back to candidates
• maintain employee records including electronic filing systems and new HR database including personal records, new starters, leavers, internal transfers and salary increases
• support and communicate with entire HR Function
• manage the applicant tracking system ensuring its kept up to date and full notes are provided when needed
• liaise with Payroll to ensure all monthly payments are accurate and consistent
• sending out offer of employment letters & welcome emails
• ensure Right to Work checks are carried out as part of the new starter process and the business is fully compliant with legislation
• employment contracts administration: preparing contract changes, extensions and keeping accurate records
• answer, record and monitor sickness calls
• manage probation review process ensuring the probation process is followed and regular check ins with Managers/Leaders are completed, collection of forms and letters sent out in a timely manner
• any other ad hoc duties as required
• working within the HR Department you will undertake and control all HR administration duties for the specified business area with the guidance and support of the Senior HR Manager

Responsibility

• all aspects of researching, developing, investigating and bringing proceedings in multi-party actions
• developing a close working relationship with other claimant firs, defendant solicitors and Kings Counsel to advance claims through the Court system
• gathering the necessary evidence and data required to bring valid claims in large volumes
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• supervising and delegating work to junior members of the team as appropriate
• contributing original ideas and concepts to improve the department and grow the business
• taking client instructions and advising on legal and procedural issues in an effort to progress files and the litigation as a whole

Earnings for position solicitor

Responsibility

• processing daily Bacs payments for both client and office accounts
• checking to ensure BACS remittances are on file and accurate
• posting payments onto the Proclaim system
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• dealing with queries from Fee Earners
• assisting and supporting the Cash Office Manager & Chief Cashier
• deputising for Chief Cashier and covering this role including producing daily Client Bank Reconciliations in periods of absenceAd-hoc duties