We are working with a top tier insurance firm who are seeking a highly skilled and motivated EL/PL Public Sector Claims Handler to join their specialised Public Sector team in Bristol, working on behalf of various insurance clients and public authorities. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal professional to handle a range of complex cases, with a focus on both fast and intermediate track matters, valued up to £100k.
As an EL/PL Public Sector Claims Handler, you will:
Analyse and consider primary and secondary liability in EL/PL claims.
Handle cases specific to public authority functions, such as prison claims.
Manage cases in line with client service level agreements (SLAs).
Set strategy, review evidence, and handle disclosure.
Conduct investigations, CMCs and applications.
Instruct counsel, investigators and medical experts as needed.
Draft general correspondence, research, pre-trial reports and costs schedules.
Attend conferences and trials with counsel, prepare and check trial bundles.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Proven experience managing a caseload of EL/PL Files.
Previous litigation experience is a must.
Excellent advocacy, communication, and client care skills.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
Able to manage work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Proficient in IT with the ability to use legal case management software.
Benefits include:
25 days holiday increasing with service.
Family cover private medical insurance with the option to opt for family cover within your first month.
Simply health care cash plan.
24/7 online GP, mental health and wellbeing support.
Death in service, critical illness cover, and income protection.
Pension scheme.
Cycle to work and tech schemes.
Discounts at local retailers and attractions.
If you are an experienced EL/PL Public Sector Claims Handler in Bristol seeking a new role, we encourage you to apply. You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information or submit your CV directly to this advert.....Read more...
The Company
Sacco Mann is working alongside a highly ambitious and growing organisation in the fleet and mobility solutions space, which has a focus on software and technology. An entrepreneurial and enterprising group with an interest in emerging markets, this is a fast moving and non-bureaucratic company where you can make a difference.
The Role
You will be responsible for an interesting and varied caseload, working as part of a closely knit In-house legal team that reports into the Group General Counsel and Company Secretary alongside the Compliance and ESG teams. You’ll be working with the emerging businesses, in partnership, understanding their objectives and providing commercially viable legal solutions that align with overall group and divisional goals.
Day to day you’ll provide tactical and strategic legal advice to the business on a wide range of legal issues whilst reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, including customer terms and conditions, supplier contracts and reseller agreements.
The Person
Having at least 4 years PQE in commercial law, you’ll be a UK qualified solicitor with a pragmatic and versatile personality, stellar communications skills and a demonstrable desire to work In-house. You’re likely to be a person who thrives in a lively, sales driven environment where you’ll relish the opportunity to take ownership of projects and tasks through to completion.
This is a supportive and close-knit team and working environment, which is largely office-based, in a fantastic working environment in South Cheshire with good transport links or on site parking.
What’s on Offer
A friendly culture that mirrors the proposition to their customers, alongside a competitive salary and bonus potential and a good range of core benefits. A fantastic team!
For a confidential conversation, please contact steve.shakespeare@saccomann.com or call his DL 0113 467 9789
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Our client is an expanding and dynamic firm, with a growing presence in the North West and London. Due to continued success, they are seeking a Clinical Negligence Costs Draftsperson to join their dedicated costs team on a hybrid basis, with attendance at their Altrincham office.
As a Clinical Negligence Costs Draftsperson, you will:
Take instructions from fee earners, providing legal advice and guidance on case strategies and procedures.
Draft and tailor legal documents, including court filings and contracts, utilising standard templates when applicable.
Work closely with directors, the head of costs, and fee earners to align case objectives and strategies.
Budget clinical negligence cases, ensuring appropriate coverage for all necessary work and advising on budget management.
Provide cost estimates for interim payments and offer settlement advice for clinical negligence cases.
Prepare solicitor-client documents, bills of costs, and assess recoverable costs.
Negotiate settlements and provide advice on the likelihood of success for clinical negligence cases.
Keep fee earners updated on the progress of costs claims, offers, and issues, as well as client funds.
Instruct counsel and experts as needed, ensuring time and documents are accurately recorded in the case management system.
Laise with the Accounts team to ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and manage final client fund distribution.
Meet financial targets while maintaining a high standard of service and client satisfaction.
Key skills and Requirements:
Strong time management and task prioritisation skills.
Ability to understand and align with business priorities.
Maintain confidentiality for clients and the firm.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and general IT skills.
Experience with Costs Master software is advantageous.
What’s on offer?:
A flexible, agile working environment that supports work-life balance.
A competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays), pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, life assurance, and a bonus scheme.
The opportunity to become part of an employee-owned firm. This model creates an engaging, collaborative, and supportive working environment where all employees can share in the firm’s success and have a say in its future.
If you are interested in this Manchester based Clinical Negligence Costs Draftsperson role, we want to hear from you! You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann if you wish to discuss the role.....Read more...
My client is one of the most recognised and successful law firms in the UK, with over 30 years experience and has seven offices across the UK.
They are now looking to expand their Manchester Office and are looking for a Legal Admin Assistant to assist the team.
The successful candidate will work within the Claimant team assisting and providing clerical support to fee earners who deal with all aspects of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims as well as providing assistance to the Legal Customer Service Team.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Provide general administrative and clerical support within the Legal Customer Service Team
Proactively manage diaries and diarise actions
Maintain pro-active communication with clients and external agencies relating to claims
Observe and maintain firm confidentiality in relation to all correspondence and communications
Take responsibility for personal development and growth
Prioritise tasks whilst managing a full workload
Liaise and build relationships as appropriate with clients and their support staff
Prepare correspondence and documents from digital dictation
Manage the case management system
Prepare document bundles
Set up new clients on the finance system
Assist with the booking of travel arrangements
Liaise with Counsel and other legal representatives
Proactively assist with ad-hoc business development and communications activities e.g. client contact reports, delegate packs etc.
Assist with incoming billing, cash collection and accounts queries
Minute internal meetings
Experience & Knowledge
Previous experience in an administration or call centre role
A focused client service approach is essential, interacting with clients in a professional manner at all times.
Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Excellent organisation and time management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to cope under pressure
Ability to work to deadlines
Ability to work using own initiative within boundaries, as well as in a team, to achieve maximum
Benefits
- 25 days' holiday per annum
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- 2 x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives
- Matched Giving up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
- Medicash cash plan claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
- My Medicash App including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
- Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
- Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
- Pension scheme
- Funded driving theory test (in relevant role)
- Active network of Wellbeing Champions providing mental health support
- Training and development opportunities
- Funded social events to connect with your colleagues
- Dress for your day policy
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making an impact in the legal sector.
If you have the skills and enthusiasm to excel then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further.....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and ambitious Litigation Solicitor to join a multi-disciplined well-established firm based in either their Leicester or Northampton office.
The role
As a Litigation Solicitor, you’ll handle a diverse caseload with a primary focus on contentious probate matters, including disputes over wills, inheritance claims, and executor challenges. Alongside this, you'll also manage a mix of general civil litigation work such as contract disputes, property-related claims, and debt recovery.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive Package: A salary reflective of your skills and experience, plus additional benefits.
Career Growth: Real progression opportunities within a well-established and supportive team.
Generous Leave: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, giving you time to recharge.
Employee Benefits: Access to a pension scheme, healthcare plan, and employee assistance programme.
Hybrid working arrangements - to support work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload.
Advise clients on contentious litigation matters, particularly in probate disputes.
Draft statements of case, pleadings, and other court documents.
Attend court hearings and conferences with or without counsel.
Provide support on larger matters handled by senior colleagues.
Supervise and mentor junior team members where appropriate.
About you
We’re looking for a litigation Solicitor who is proactive, detail-focused, and confident in handling challenging matters. Ideally, you will have:
At least 3 years PQE in litigation.
A background or interest in contentious probate work.
A strong understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and legal compliance.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Litigation Solicitor role in Leicester or Northampton then please get in touch with Jack Scarlott on 0113 467 9782 or email him at jack.scarlott@saccomann.com to find out more information or if you have a CV to hand, please submit this for review.....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and ambitious Litigation Solicitor to join a multi-disciplined well-established firm based in either their Leicester or Northampton office.
The role
As a Litigation Solicitor, you’ll handle a diverse caseload with a primary focus on contentious probate matters, including disputes over wills, inheritance claims, and executor challenges. Alongside this, you'll also manage a mix of general civil litigation work such as contract disputes, property-related claims, and debt recovery.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive Package: A salary reflective of your skills and experience, plus additional benefits.
Career Growth: Real progression opportunities within a well-established and supportive team.
Generous Leave: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, giving you time to recharge.
Employee Benefits: Access to a pension scheme, healthcare plan, and employee assistance programme.
Hybrid working arrangements - to support work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload.
Advise clients on contentious litigation matters, particularly in probate disputes.
Draft statements of case, pleadings, and other court documents.
Attend court hearings and conferences with or without counsel.
Provide support on larger matters handled by senior colleagues.
Supervise and mentor junior team members where appropriate.
About you
We’re looking for a litigation Solicitor who is proactive, detail-focused, and confident in handling challenging matters. Ideally, you will have:
At least 3 years PQE in litigation.
A background or interest in contentious probate work.
A strong understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and legal compliance.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Litigation Solicitor role in Leicester or Northampton then please get in touch with Jack Scarlott on 0113 467 9782 or email him at jack.scarlott@saccomann.com to find out more information or if you have a CV to hand, please submit this for review.....Read more...
