Overview
An established national law firm is seeking a Credit Hire Legal Advisor to join its dynamic and growing litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor, CILEx professional, or experienced file handler to manage a caseload of litigated credit hire matters.
Youll be working with well-known insurer clients, handling complex files and playing a key part in delivering commercial, pragmatic legal advice.
This role offers hybrid working with the office based in central Leeds, excellent benefits and a structured pathway for career progression.
Key Responsibilities
* Defend a caseload of litigated credit hire claims from inception through to resolution
* Instruct Counsel for hearings, conferences and CMCs
* Conduct telephone advocacy, including allocation hearings and case management conferences where appropriate
* Advise clients on settlement strategies and litigation risk, ensuring a commercial approach at all times
* Liaise with both insurer and lay clients to obtain timely and accurate instructions
* Keep clients informed throughout the claim lifecycle, providing high-quality and regular updates
* Engage with clients directly to build strong working relationships and ensure service continuity
* Analyse the authenticity and validity of claims through ongoing client contact
* Act as a mentor to junior colleagues and support team knowledge-sharing
* Discuss liability and quantum offers using direct communication methods to expedite progress
* Work under the supervision of team leads on complex or high-value files to broaden your legal exposure
* Effectively prioritise workloads, particularly urgent tasks and ensure efficient case progression
About You
To be successful in this role, you should have:
* Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx), or significant relevant experience as a file handler
* A strong track-record managing a caseload of fast or multi-track credit hire files
* Solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), relevant case law and legal principles relating to RTA liability, causation and quantum
* Experience dealing with indemnity issues, Article 75 disputes, resiling from admissions and non-party litigation where appropriate
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise legal advice
* Confidence liaising with clients, insurers, external agencies and Counsel
* Good working knowledge of case management systems (e.g. Visual Files) and Microsoft Office
* Organised, methodical and capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Why Join This Firm?
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking legal practice committed to supporting your career, wellbeing and work-life balance. The firm promotes diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all.
Benefits
* Minimum 25 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
* Holiday buy/sell scheme
* Hybrid working model
* Two volunteering days per year to support charitable causes
* Matched charity fundraising (up to £250)
* Medicash health cash plan – including dental, physio, optical
* Access to digital physiotherapy and skin screening via Medicash App
* Employee discounts on shopping, travel and lifestyle
* Life Assurance (4x salary)
* Company pension scheme
* Funded driving theory test (where applicable)
* Active wellbeing network and mental health support
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Funded team social events
* Dress for your day policy
Apply
If you’re looking to take the next step in your legal career within a supportive and progressive law firm, apply today via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
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