Solicitor

We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive or Paralegal to join our cross-border litigation team on a permanent contract. The cross-border litigation team at DACB specialise in claims with an international element, ranging from domestic road traffic accidents involving foreign-registered vehicles, road traffic accidents overseas, claims against foreign hoteliers and their insurers, and international insurance disputes. The work is interesting and varied and we work with several different clients, however what they all have in common is that they value our specialist knowledge - so we are looking for someone that has high standards, good attention to detail, and a genuine interest in what can be a very technical area. What you will do Proactively running a case load of small/fast/intermediary and/or multi-track litigated claims in strict adherence to the Service Level Agreement(s) entered into with the insurer client and assisting senior colleagues with more complex cases. Be responsible for managing all financial aspects of their caseload, to include billing in strict adherence to the Service Level Agreement(s) entered into with the insurer client, managing WIP, debt and resolving general accounting queries. Day to day responsibilities will include but is not limited to the following: - Analysis of evidence and setting case strategies encompassing both technical and commercial considerations, obtaining and drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of response, conducting (telephone) negotiation of claims, preparing detailed counter schedules, sound file management – to include consistent and accurate: billing; management of WIP and file closures; updating Management Information. Participate in business development and client training events where necessary. Who you are Either a qualified solicitor, chartered legal executive or barrister with at least 1 year's relevant litigation experience, or a paralegal looking to start their career in a fast-growing and exciting area of law. For Solicitor/Legal Executive candidates: Ideally cross-border experience, if not cross-border, strong defendant litigation experience instead; Confident Multi-track experience; For all candidates: Languages a bonus but not essential; Committed to learning and building specialist knowledge; Demonstrates alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive). About DAC Beachcroft We are a leading international legal business with over 2,900 colleagues and a diverse range of capabilities. We have 11 offices in the UK as well as offices in Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Milan, Rome, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Miami. We also have associations/alliances with firms in Malaysia, Brazil, Peru, Central America, the USA, Australia and Germany. We are a broad-based commercial firm with a strong heritage in insurance, health and real estate. This is complemented by a fast-growing Business Advisory capability. We represent a wide range of clients, ranging from household names to government departments and NHS bodies. What you need to know about applying At DAC Beachcroft, we don’t just accept your differences we celebrate them. From bespoke solutions for our clients, to treating you like an individual. Our strength comes from your diverse ideas and bringing the whole you to work. So if you’re good at what you do, come as you are. We welcome direct applications and are happy to talk flexible working. We also want you to be at your very best. Please feel free to let us know of any changes we can make at any point in the recruitment process that will help support your application. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please make an application and submit your CV. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.

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