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Job Title: Civil and Commercial Litigation Fee Earner Job Description: We are in Urgent need Fee earner for our Civil/Commercial Litigation Department. This department, a testament to the firm's continual growth and adaptation to the dynamic legal landscape, is experiencing a remarkable upsurge in client engagements. Consequently, we are seeking to expand our team with the addition of a new Solicitor or Litigation Executive. This individual should possess a robust understanding and practical experience in civil/commercial litigation and debt-related matters, adhering to the legal frameworks of England and Wales. Our department's focus encompasses a diverse range of legal issues, including but not limited to: Residential Landlord-Tenant Disputes, primarily focusing on possession proceedings as per the Housing Act 1988 and subsequent amendments. Commercial Landlord-Tenant Disputes, involving the execution of forfeiture notices under the Law of Property Act 1925. Debt Recovery Actions and Proceedings, adhering to the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant case law. Breach of Contract matters, guided by established principles under English Contract Law. General Civil and Litigation Disputes, encompassing a wide range of civil law issues. Property Litigation and Contentious Probate Matters, requiring an intricate understanding of the Property Law and Probate Law respectively. The role we seek to fill entails a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to: Initial consultations with prospective clients and the gathering of preliminary instructions. Collaboration with the supervising team to determine fee structures, followed by communicating fee estimates to clients. Conducting legal research and formulating a case strategy post-instruction. Drafting initial correspondences and formal letters to involved parties, articulating our clients' claims and positions. Preparation of witness statements to substantiate our clients’ claims. Drafting and filing court proceedings, ensuring compliance with the relevant procedural requirements. Management of evidence and disclosure processes, in line with the Civil Procedure Rules. Navigation of court directions and ensuring adherence to judicial guidelines. Participation in marketing and business development initiatives to further the department's reach and reputation. The successful candidate will benefit from supervision by the Head of the Department and administrative support from an Administrative Assistant. Job Type: Permanent Job Reference: KL Salary: £25,000-£30,000 Country: UK Town/City: Blackburn
Harvey McQueen are excited to present a fantastic job opportunity for a Loss Assessor / Claims Technician. Our client specialise in loss assessing services within the fire and flood insurance sector. Due to reputation and demand for our clients’ services, they are looking to expand their team. Full Training will be provided. The office is based in Bolton. The ideal candidate will live within 30miles of the Bolton head office. Salary and Benefits Starting Salary £27k Uncapped commission Company Car Fuel Card Mobile phone, laptop Full training ** Loss Assessor/Claims Technician** Be the client’s main point of contact throughout their insurance claim following a severe fire, flood or impact damage at their property. Where necessary, arrange emergency works, temporary accommodation and interim contents payments to the client. Meet loss adjusters, building surveyors, building contractors, restoration companies, forensic investigators and other professionals as necessary in order to progress the claim on behalf of the client. In some claims, where a building surveyor is not appointed, prepare the building specification to be agreed/negotiated with the loss adjuster. In all cases, prepare and validate the contents claim for the client - this means proving what the contents item cost the client to buy. Update the client on a regular basis via telephone, email or face to face meeting as necessary. Negotiate a settlement of the building claim and contents claim with the loss adjuster to the satisfaction of the client. It is imperative to get the best settlement for the client!! Distribute all monies paid from the claim from client account to relevant parties in line with FCA requirements. ** Necessary attributes for a successful candidate:** Full driving licence. We carry out work from the north east down to the midlands and into Cambridge and Gloucester so there is a good amount of travelling involved. Flexibility - this is not a 9-5 role. The office is based in Bolton where you will be based but as mentioned above your day will consist of appointments and typically you will spend 3-4 out of 5 days on the road travelling. In some cases you may need to leave the house at 6am to make a 9 am appointment and 12/13 hour days are not unusual. If you have no appointments you will be expected at the office between the hours of 9am and 5pm. Strong negotiation skills - we are expected to get the best possible deal for the client and this means negotiation with the insurance companies loss adjuster which is not always an easy task Willingness to learn - you must learn how to draw up a building specification for remedial works following the damage. There are also a lot of technicalities on insurance policies that insurers will use to try to get out of paying a claim. We have to have knowledge to know how to argue these points and get the best for our client Excellent organisation skills and ability to work under pressure - you will be handling up to 30 claims at any one time, ranging from £15,000 to £250,000. You must be well organised and be calm under pressure. A desire to progress - although loss assessing is a niche market, this is a long term career prospect which if successful with, you will be rewarded by excellent pay and benefits.
Complex Care Professionals are recruiting Experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our existing dedicated teams to assist in community care. If you are passionate about providing person-centred care & are looking to make a difference to the lives of people in the local community, then we have roles available that offer flexibility and hours for you. Responsibilities will include, • Assisting clients with day to day living • Moving & handling • Assisting with medication • Providing personal care. In return, we offer • Excellent rates of pay • Uncapped holiday pay • Milage allowance • Bespoke training • Comprehensive induction & ongoing training • Regular supervisions and appraisals • 24/7 support, “provided by our dedicated-on call team!” • Career development • Blue light card discount • “Open door policy” “Simply Putting People First” This role requires an enhanced DBS check. A full UK Driving license and access to your own vehicle for this position.
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