DAC Beachcroft
DAC Beachcroft
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
HealthcareInsuranceLegal
DAC Beachcroft is an international commercial law firm serving clients across legal, insurance, healthcare and real estate. With more than 3,000 people working across multiple regions, the firm advises on dispute resolution, regulation, transactions and commercial matters, alongside specialist counsel for insurance, health and social care, financial services, technology and property. Its work combines sector expertise with technology-enabled delivery, including digital solutions and AI, to support clients operating across jurisdictions.

Motor Fraud Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer or Experienced Paralegal

Investigate and defend motor insurance fraud claims for major UK insurers, managing litigated cases and advising clients on anti-fraud strategies. Join DAC Beachcroft’s hybrid Birmingham team.

Description

  • Handle complex insurance fraud claims from pre-litigation through contested proceedings
  • Work with clients and law enforcement bodies, including IFED and Regional Fraud Teams
  • Manage motor claims involving staged accidents, exaggerated injuries, false vehicle damage, and inflated hire or repair costs
  • Defend claims ranging from opportunistic individual fraud to organised rings
  • Spot indicators of fraud and shape case strategies
  • Provide commercially minded legal advice that supports clients’ anti-fraud goals
  • Manage a mainly litigated caseload involving suspected fraud
  • Work with multiple clients under delegated and non-delegated authority agreements
  • Handle fraud claims independently and precisely
  • Serve as a reliable client contact
  • Meet billing, time-recording, budget, and KPI expectations
  • Keep technical and regulatory knowledge up to date

Requirements

  • Qualified as a solicitor or CILEX lawyer, or an experienced paralegal
  • Litigation experience in personal injury or a related practice area
  • Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules
  • Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
  • Able to think laterally and analytically
  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
  • Commercial approach to legal challenges
  • Values aligned with the principles of being clear, creative, determined, and supportive
  • Fraud experience is advantageous but not required
  • Full training is provided in defending complex insurance claims

Benefits

  • Flexible working and a strong work-life balance
  • Broad remuneration package including private medical and income protection insurance, plus discounted gym membership
  • Career development and progression opportunities, including professional funding
  • Social events both in person and remotely
  • Opportunities to take part in Environmental, Social and Governance activities
  • Diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace culture

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