Casualty Litigated Claims Handler (Insurance)

TL;DR

Casualty Litigated Claims Handler (Insurance): Managing a caseload of EL/PL delegated authority fixed fee cases for insurance clients with an accent on forensic analysis and evidence review. Focus on handling pre-action disclosure files, infant approval hearings, and coordinating with technical support lawyers to set litigation strategies.

Location: Hybrid (Bolton, UK)

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of legal and claims solutions to insurers, businesses, and other suppliers in the insurance sector.

What you will do

• Manage a caseload of EL/PL delegated authority fixed fee cases on behalf of insurance clients.
• Handle pre-action disclosure files and Infant Approval Hearings.
• Perform legal research and review evidence, including medical and personnel records.
• Instruct counsel and experts, attend conferences, and take notes during trials.
• Draft Tomlin Orders, Consent Orders, and cost schedules.
• Liaise with insured parties, claimant solicitors, and witnesses.

Requirements

• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure to meet client SLAs.
• Good literacy and IT skills.
• Must be based in the UK (Hybrid in Bolton).

Nice to have

• Previous personal injury file handling experience.
• Legal education such as ILEX, LPC, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience handling EL/PL caseloads.
• Previous litigation experience and good advocacy skills.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year with the option to buy or sell 3 days.
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) and Simply Health Care Cash Plan.
• WeCare 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and virtual wellbeing services.
• Financial security including Death in Service, Critical Illness Cover, and Income Protection.
• Pension contribution (5% Employee / 3% Employer).
• Perks including Cycle to Work, Tech Scheme, Season Ticket Loan, and Gym Flex.

Hiring process

• Initial phone call and CV review.
• Technical case study.
• Final interview and offer.