Credit Hire Fee Earner

RoleCredit Hire Fee Earner
LocationLiverpool
Our client are seeking an experienced Credit Hire fee earner who will be based in either Liverpool or Bolton. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate litigator that strives to get the best possible results for their clients.
The ideal candidate:
  • Previous Credit Hire experience is essential
  • Comfortable handling a full caseload of RTA claims of varying stages to conclusion.
  • Full understanding of the PI process including costs
  • Previous use of Proclaim advantageous
  • Excellent knowledge of case law pertaining to this are and also the MOJ protocol, the pre action protocol for personal Injury claims and the CPR.
  • Understanding and experience of key KPIs – settlements, billing, case duration etc.
  • Committed, organised and dedicated – able to cope with pressure
  • The ability to manage own workload while keeping the quality of work to a high standard.
  • Able to handle infant approvals
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Target driven whilst maintaining exceptional client care
  • Excellent telephone manner and communication skills.

 

Requirements

  • Management of a caseload of litigated fast track and multi-track credit hire cases under supervision
  • There will be a mixture of liability admitted and disputed cases
  • Responsible for compliance with court directions and orders
  • Compliance with internal instructions and those from supervisors, in a timely fashion
  • Ensuring cases are ran efficiently and with regular updates to the credit hire company
  • Building and maintaining a good relationship with the hire company
  • Working effectively with the existing team
  • Ability to manage a case from proceedings being commenced, to trial
  • Experienced in using a case management and diary system
  • Ability to negotiate and settle cases/ achieve best outcomes

 

Benefits

  • The opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career within one of the North Wests most respected law firms.
  • Professional working environment with fantastic facilities in the heart of Liverpool City Centre
  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
  • 23 days holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays
  • Employee assistant programme
  • workplace pension
  • free onsite gymnasium with weekly classes and wellbeing programmes
  • discounted onsite restaurant, and cafe
  • Discounted parking

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