EL PL Portal Claims Handler

Our client is seeking an EL PL Portal Claims Handler to join their team in Newcastle.

Salary:Competitive

Working Hours:Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break (35 hours per week).

Roles & Responsibilities:The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Managing a caseload of low-value personal injury claims within the EL/PL portal.
• Reviewing initial claim information and verifying key details.
• Monitoring and recording important dates (e.g., limitation dates).
• Preparing allegations of negligence and breaches of statutory duty.
• Completing Claims Notification Forms within the EL/PL Portal.
• Regularly updating clients and internal stakeholders, including team leaders.
• Commissioning and liaising with medical and other expert witnesses.
• Negotiating and communicating with insurers, solicitors, courts, Counsel, and other relevant parties.
• Assessing damages for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity.
• Gathering and valuing evidence for additional claims such as loss of earnings and care assistance.
• Preparing Schedules of Special Damages.
• Managing cases through all stages of the Portal, including Stages 2 and 3.
• Preparing files for court proceedings and hearings, including Briefs to Counsel and Trial Bundles.
• Reporting any challenges or delays on cases to the team leader.
• Handling telephone inquiries from clients and third parties promptly.
• Collaborating with and supporting other team members as needed.
• Undertaking other tasks as reasonably requested by management.

A bit about you:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience handling EL/PL claims.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• A collaborative and positive attitude with a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to manage competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now’ and a member of our team will be in touch!

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