Credit Hire Litigator
CV-LibraryLiverpool, MerseysidepermanentPosted: 7 October 2026
Apply NowI’m currently recruiting for an experienced Credit Hire Litigator / Fee Earner to join a well-established litigation team in Liverpool.
The role will see you take ownership of a varied caseload of litigated Credit Hire matters, including fast-track, multi-track and liability-disputed claims, managing cases from the commencement of proceedings through to settlement or trial.
Key responsibilities include:
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Managing a full caseload of litigated Credit Hire claims
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Handling fast-track, multi-track and liability-disputed matters
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Progressing cases from issue of proceedings through to trial
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Complying with court directions, orders and procedural deadlines
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Negotiating settlements and securing the best possible outcomes for clients
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Maintaining regular communication with Credit Hire providers
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Building strong relationships with hire companies and other key stakeholders
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Working closely with colleagues across the wider litigation team
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Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records
About you:
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Previous experience handling Credit Hire claims is essential
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Strong experience managing litigated RTA matters through to resolution
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Good understanding of Credit Hire case law and litigation procedure
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Knowledge of the MOJ Protocols, Pre-Action Protocols and Civil Procedure Rules
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Understanding of personal injury claims and associated costs
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Comfortable working towards KPIs including billing, settlement rates and case duration
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Strong organisation and caseload management skills
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Confident working independently while also contributing to a wider team
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Excellent communication and negotiation skills
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Experience using Proclaim would be advantageous but is not essential
Benefits:
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Generous salary package
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Attractive bonus scheme
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Hybrid working
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Overtime opportunities with additional pay
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Supportive and established litigation team
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Opportunities for career development and progression
The role will see you take ownership of a varied caseload of litigated Credit Hire matters, including fast-track, multi-track and liability-disputed claims, managing cases from the commencement of proceedings through to settlement or trial.
Key responsibilities include:
*
Managing a full caseload of litigated Credit Hire claims
*
Handling fast-track, multi-track and liability-disputed matters
*
Progressing cases from issue of proceedings through to trial
*
Complying with court directions, orders and procedural deadlines
*
Negotiating settlements and securing the best possible outcomes for clients
*
Maintaining regular communication with Credit Hire providers
*
Building strong relationships with hire companies and other key stakeholders
*
Working closely with colleagues across the wider litigation team
*
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records
About you:
*
Previous experience handling Credit Hire claims is essential
*
Strong experience managing litigated RTA matters through to resolution
*
Good understanding of Credit Hire case law and litigation procedure
*
Knowledge of the MOJ Protocols, Pre-Action Protocols and Civil Procedure Rules
*
Understanding of personal injury claims and associated costs
*
Comfortable working towards KPIs including billing, settlement rates and case duration
*
Strong organisation and caseload management skills
*
Confident working independently while also contributing to a wider team
*
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
*
Experience using Proclaim would be advantageous but is not essential
Benefits:
*
Generous salary package
*
Attractive bonus scheme
*
Hybrid working
*
Overtime opportunities with additional pay
*
Supportive and established litigation team
*
Opportunities for career development and progression