PCP Solicitor
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Location: Chester
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time
Proximo Legal Services is a leading legal firm with a strong reputation in credit hire and personal injury. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services and are now seeking a qualified solicitor to join our growing team in Chester. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven legal professional to play a key role in progressing cases, with clear prospects for career advancement within a supportive and collaborative working environment.
We’re looking for someone experienced in civil litigation and with a good understanding of financial mis-selling cases. You’ll be responsible for managing a caseload of claims, including matters that are litigated, and contributing to the development of junior staff when necessary.
Required Skills and Experience
Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
Proven experience handling civil litigation case
Sound understanding of financial mis-selling compensation claims
Strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) or consumer credit/financial services law
Demonstrated ability to manage caseloads effectively
Reliable, efficient and organised in your approach to work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Professional and courteous at all time
Strong time management and interpersonal skills
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
Proficient in IT systems including Adobe, Word and Excel
Desirable (but not essential)
Previous experience with group litigation or omnibus claims
Familiarity with the latest developments in PCP/car finance commission claims and FCA regulations
Experience mentoring or training junior legal staff in litigation procedures and CPR
Key Responsibilities
Handling PCP/car finance commission mis-selling claims
Managing client details and case files using our case management systems
Progressing claims from initial instruction to final resolution, including litigated matters
Drafting and submitting complaints to FCA-regulated firms, brokers, FOS, and FSCS, and issuing legal proceedings as needed
Managing the full litigation process including drafting pleadings, track allocation, witness statements, disclosure, and trial preparation (bundling, briefing Counsel, etc.)
Providing training and guidance to junior staff and paralegals
Benefits
At Proximo Legal Services, we are proud holders of the Investors in People GOLD accreditation and members of the Inclusive Employers Group. We are committed to staff development and wellbeing, offering:
Competitive salary up to £50,000 (depending on experience)
25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
Flexible working arrangements
Hybrid working following probation
Health and wellbeing programme via Medicash
Retail cashback scheme and tech scheme
Smart/casual dress code
Enhanced employer pension contributions
Long service recognition
Cycle to work scheme
Volunteering opportunities at Chester Zoo
Fully funded social events
If this role sounds of interest, please APPLY NOW and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
Before you go…
For Proximo, having a friendly, diverse, and inclusive atmosphere is crucial to achieving our best-in-class goal. When everyone feels free to be their best selves at work, Proximo thrives. We want our employee base to match the variety of our customer base. While we strive to maintain a culture where employees feel appreciated and valued for their individual potential, we celebrate diversity.
Our dedication to diversity is authentic, continuously developing, and top-down driven. Proximo takes great satisfaction in being open to everyone. No matter your gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, or social class, we encourage you to apply. We support diverse workplaces where our employees may always give and display their best selves.
We'd love to hear from you if you need flexibility in time, locations, or ways you do your job. Additionally, we want to make sure you receive help during the application process so you can give it your all. Please indicate on your application form if you need any reasonable adjustments made during the application process.