Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a talented insurance lawyer to join our Property Risks & Coverage Team, specialising in Recoveries. This role will be based in our Birmingham office, with hybrid working available and flexible working encouraged for the right candidate.

This is a claimant-focused position and the successful candidate will manage a caseload of household and commercial property recovery claims on behalf of a range of well-known insurer clients. The work covers a variety of perils, including fire, flood and product liability claims, with values typically exceeding £10,000. We are looking for candidates with experience handling claims valued between £10,000 and £100,000, as well as higher-value matters exceeding £100,000. Experience of complex, high-value recovery claims will be a distinct advantage.

This is a technical and, at times, client-facing role, suited to a well-rounded lawyer with a strong interest in delivering practical legal solutions and building lasting client relationships. You will have opportunities to support training, mentoring and knowledge-sharing initiatives alongside your casework responsibilities.

The team regularly delivers seminars and workshops to insurer clients, and the ideal candidate will have an interest in client development and be willing to assist with the preparation and delivery of training on technical legal issues.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial case reviews and prepare reports, including consideration of funding, recovery prospects and case strategy
Investigate liability and evidential issues to establish viable causes of action
Carry out investigations with third parties, including witnesses, insurers and relevant organisations
Instruct and liaise with counsel and expert witnesses
Undertake legal research and provide clear, practical advice
Draft legal documentation, including Letters of Claim, Claim Forms and Particulars of Claim
Attend conferences, mediations and trials with counsel where required
Manage routine correspondence and communications throughout the life of the claim
Liaise with insurer and lay clients, providing regular updates and advice
Conduct settlement negotiations, including drafting and advising on Part 36 offers
Prepare and manage pre-action applications and interim applications
Progress claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial
Assist with alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including mediation
Attend court hearings and case management conferences
Undertake advocacy by telephone, video conference and in person where appropriate
Ensure compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations and internal governance requirements

Working Hours

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break

This role is offered on a hybrid working basis, with flexibility available to support individual and business needs.

Skills

Qualified solicitor or equivalent with relevant technical capability
0 - 3 years Claimant or Defendant property litigation experience
Experience of running a case load
A working knowledge and understanding of the Household and Commercial recoveries

Required Soft Skills:

An ability to prioritise workload
Ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to work with case management systems
The personal skills to deal with such work as major and expensive litigation involving liaison with senior claims handler

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan
25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
Simply Health Care Cash Plan
WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
Death in Service
Critical Illness Cover
PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
Employee Resource Groups
Employee Volunteering Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme*
Tech Scheme*
Season Ticket Loan*
Gym Flex*
Access to Online Discount Sites
Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
Discounts at local retail outlets

* after successfully completing probation