We have an exciting new opportunity for a Risk Lawyer to join our Risk & Compliance (R&C) team on a permanent basis. We will consider someone on a fulltime or part-time basis. This role will have a particular focus on claims and complaints. Legal sector experience is essential and someone with experience with contentious matters.
- Consider internal notifications of potential claims or circumstances, to review relevant matter files and liaise with fee earners, in conjunction with the Head of R&C, R&C Manager, COLP, COFA and Claims Partners, as appropriate, to produce a summary of the matter and to liaise with insurers and legal advisors as required.
- Maintain accurate and up to date schedules of all live notifications / claims matters.
- Be a key point of contact for insurers and external law firms in relation to notified matters, in collaboration with Claims Partners and Head of R&C.
- Consider formal complaints, to review relevant matter files and liaise with fee earners, to draft responses to complaints and to liaise with the Head of R&C, R&C Manager, COLP and COFA to agree the firm’s response to any complaint.
- Ensure complaints are responded to within the required regulatory timescales and to maintain accurate and up to date schedules of all live complaints.
- Liaise with the Legal Ombudsman and / or SRA as required in relation to any complaint.
- Work with the Head of R&C, R&C Manager and COLP to review claims and complaints and to input to management reporting as well as ongoing training and development within the practice teams.
- Consider debt matters where a potential claim or issue as regards conduct of the matter has arisen, to review relevant matter files and liaise with fee earners, in conjunction with the Head of R&C, R&C Manager, COLP, COFA and Claims Partners, as appropriate, to produce a summary of the matter and to liaise with external recovery partners as required.
- Assist the Head of R&C with annual insurance policy renewal by preparing summaries of live claims / key exposures / details of training undertaken.
- Assist with the review and preparation of responses to DSARs.
We are renowned for our private wealth and real estate focus, together with our strong corporate and commercial and dispute resolution teams. We work alongside individuals, families and businesses across a wide range of complex matters and situations.
What makes us different is how we build closer connections with our clients to deliver exceptional results. We do it through creating genuine relationships, a sharp focus on what matters to them and the flexibility to adapt our advice to their situation.
When you come through our door, you’ll notice how genuinely open, friendly and authentic people are. We work well together because we have fun together. We take your happiness and wellbeing seriously. Here, you are free to express yourself and be the best you can be.
Delivering exceptional results takes on a different meaning at Forsters. For us, it’s about being more closely connected to clients, each other and our communities. It’s what drives us, them and you forward.
We are leaders in our field and you will be part of a team with an outstanding reputation, working with high quality clients on high quality matters delivering exceptional outcomes. We will encourage you to be entrepreneurial, explore ideas and make your mark. We will provide you with the support you need to grow professionally and personally to reach your full potential.
You’ll be in an environment of happiness, collaboration and flexibility. We take our work seriously and being happy and having fun is an integral part of that. We work both in and out of the office in Marylebone depending on what’s best for our clients, our team, our business and our professional growth.
We are looking for you to bring your energy and enthusiasm to work every day and to collaborate and work with colleagues as one team, to listen and consider each other. We ask you to take responsibility for your growth and development, share your ideas and let us know what you want to achieve. We are looking for you to get involved in our responsible business activities, pro bono, community and sustainability initiatives.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Organised manner with ability to prioritise workload.
- Motivated and pro-active with a ‘can-do’ approach.
- Can adhere to tight and demanding deadlines.
- Ability to interact with people at all levels.
- Self-motivated individual with a proactive approach.
- Calm and efficient under pressure.
- Flexible as regards to time and duties.
- Proficient in use of MS Office (specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Excellent administration, organisational and prioritisation skills with ability to manage time efficiently.
- Good attention to detail. Accurate and thorough.
Forsters LLP is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for everyone.
We strive to attract and encourage applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, age, race, nationality, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. Click here to find out more about how we are committed to building a culture where our people can thrive.
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