A national award-winning insurance firm is seeking an EL/PL Fraud Claims Handler, who would manage a caseload of EL/PL cases in their Bolton team. This position will consist of handling a combination of delegated authority fixed fee cases, and non-delegated cases while working closely with a Technical Support Lawyer to strategise and make liability decisions.
As an EL/PL Fraud Claims Handler, you will:
- Handle pre-action disclosure files, infant approval hearings, and EL/PL files.
- Consider and respond to applications for pre-action disclosure.
- Review evidence, instruct counsel/advocates, and conduct legal research.
- Draft payments into court, negotiate settlements, and handle routine correspondence.
- Investigate claims, liaise with various stakeholders (insured, claimants, witnesses) and attend conferences/trials.
- Review quantum, draft cost schedules, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Monitor progress throughout the claim process, ensuring client SLAs are met.
The ideal candidate:
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure while still maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent teamwork skills with a flexible and proactive attitude.
- High level of analytical skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
- Experience in personal injury file handling and fraud case handling is advantageous.
What's on offer?:
- Hybrid working with 1 day of office attendance per week in Bolton.
- 25 holiday days per year, with the option to buy/sell days.
- Family cover private medical insurance.
- Access to 24/7 online GP and mental health support.
- Death in service, critical illness cover, income protection, and pension contributions.
- Discounts on gym memberships, tech and travel.
If you have experience in EL/PL Claims handling, a keen analytical mind and the ability to manage a caseload effectively, and are seeking a new role in Bolton, apply today. You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information or submit your CV directly to this advert.