Job Description

Litigated EL/PL Claims Handler (Casualty)

Department: Claims Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Bristol

Description

Keoghs is seeking an experienced Claims Handler to manage a portfolio of litigated Employer's and Public Liability claims for a major insurer client.

Working on a delegated authority basis, you'll take ownership of claims from instruction through to resolution, making key decisions, driving litigation strategy and delivering excellent client outcomes. You'll be supported by a dedicated Technical Support Lawyer, providing guidance on complex legal and procedural issues when required.

This role offers a manageable caseload, real autonomy and the opportunity to handle a varied mix of litigated personal injury claims, including matters requiring Infant Approval Hearings.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated EL/PL claims
• Investigate liability, causation and quantum
• Review pleadings, witness evidence, medical records and expert reports
• Develop effective litigation and settlement strategies
• Negotiate settlements within delegated authority limits
• Handle claims proceeding through Infant Approval Hearings
• Maintain accurate reserving and file management
• Build strong relationships with the insurer client and key stakeholders
• Collaborate with a Technical Support Lawyer on complex cases and technical issues

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience handling litigated EL/PL claims
• Strong knowledge of personal injury litigation and the Civil Procedure Rules
• Experience working within a delegated authority environment
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills
• Able to manage a caseload independently, while maintaining high service standards

Why join Keoghs?

• Hybrid working, with colleagues typically attending the office one day per week
• Brand-new offices in the heart of Bristol city centre
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, pension, generous annual leave and a range of flexible benefits
• It's a dog-friendly workplace, so your four-legged companion is welcome to join you in the office!

Interested?

If you're looking for a role that combines technical challenge, flexibility and genuine ownership of a quality litigated caseload, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Keoghs and play a key role in delivering outstanding claims outcomes for one of the UK's leading insurers.