Interested in joining a supportive, inclusive, and diverse team in an international legal business?

Our Resolution Law, Uninsured Loss Recoveries (ULR) team at DWF are currently hiring for a Paralegal.

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

The Resolution Law, Uninsured Loss Recoveries (ULR) team handle Road Traffic Accident cases that have been set up directly by the File Inception Team.  The primary need of these cases is to calculate the level of damage incurred, obtaining documents and evidence to support the claims and thereafter, submitting the information via the RTA and OIC Portal. The aim of the work within the ULR Team is to prepare the matter for settlement and to achieve as the settlement as swiftly as possible.

• To run and manage a caseload of pre-litigated and some litigated RTA portal claims using the Solcase system
• Prioritise work effectively, ensuring matters are progressed within the time frames demanded by the clients and the firm
• Achieve time recording targets, split between chargeable and investment time in any one financial year
• To understand client requirements and manage cases in line with service level agreements and, best practice
• Record expenses and special damages onto Solcase system in all cases as required
• Where a damages cheque and resolution cannot be obtained swiftly and within the required time frames to identify this and raise appropriately in order that the matter can be moved to suitable alternative team
• Develop increased levels of technical and commercial knowledge via training or supervised working practices

The role is hybrid and we would expect the successful candidate to travel in to the Liverpool office once every 2 weeks.

This role is an entry level position, and an ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar environment. As well as:

• The ability to work under the instruction of senior team members
• Demonstrate capability of communicating strongly and clearly with clients to obtain information, both verbally and in writing
• Be able to prioritise tasks in accordance of risk
• Demonstrate capability of communicating strongly and clearly with clients to obtain information, both verbally and in writing

Desirable:

• Experience in running a caseload of Road Traffic Accident (RTA) Insurance work, preferably from a claimant perspective.

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. When you join us, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs. 

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support. For more details follow this link: https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles 

In the event that external support is required to fill a vacancy, the role will be shared exclusively with select agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. We request recruitment agencies not to send unsolicited candidate submissions to DWF, no fees will be applicable.

To formally express your interest and submit your application, kindly use the link provided below. For any further inquiries or to obtain additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Olivia Clough at olivia.clough@dwf.law.