Assistant File Handler (to a Lead)

To assist the Partner/Lead in handling a caseload of mixed disease claims to include Mesothelioma, Asbestos, Stress. To manage and progress claims for the Partner in accordance with the strategies and action plan as determined by the Partner.Key Accountabilities Reviewing documents and preparing reportsConsidering the strategy of the case with a view to progressingDealing with disclosureReviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records/ Companies House)Conducting investigations with MOD / obtaining witness statementsInstructing Counsel / ExpertsResearchDrafting generallyAttending conferences and Trials with CounselDealing with routine correspondenceCourt appointments including own advocacyProviding initial reports and further reports / advice to clients, when requestedLiaising directly with the Claims Handlers and ManagersComplying with Clients instructionsWilling to engage in Client development when requiredAssisting team in achieving goals and objectivesMeeting agreed targetsTo ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & RegulationsAdhere to the Keoghs ValuesWorking Hours35 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Office location for this role is our Coventry OfficeSkills and Experience Technically proficient in handling and/or assisting on disease litigated casesAt least 5 years PQE or equivalent experienceEffective negotiatorAbility to use own initiativeFlexibility in relation to tasks undertakenGood listening and verbal communication skillsAbility to maintain concentration and pay attention to detailAbility to self-organise and self-prioritiseAbility to work under pressure and to targetAn enthusiastic and hardworking individualGood level of IT skillsAbility to work within the Keoghs shared behavior frameworkValuesOur culture is focused on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our four values are at the heart of everything we do;We are connectedWe are dynamicWe are innovativeWe succeed together