Credit Hire Paralegal OR Solicitor • Newcastle, hybrid working
The reality of the role
We’re hiring for either a Paralegal or Qualified Solicitor who actually understands credit hire, not someone who’s skimmed it once and moved on.
You’ll take ownership of a fast-track credit hire litigation caseload. This is busy, technical and deadline-driven, but properly supported and ideal for someone ready to step up and sharpen their reputation in credit hire.
What you’ll be doing day to day
• Running fast-track credit hire litigation files from start to finish
• Making early calls on case progression, strategy and settlement
• Managing limitation dates, CMCs, assessments and trial timetables
• Dealing directly with clients, insurers, courts and other solicitors
• Preparing matters for issue and seeing them through litigation
• Negotiating settlements with a commercial head on
• Getting into the weeds on rate, need, period and enforceability
• Keeping stakeholders updated without being chased
What you need to bring
Proven credit hire experience, this is non-negotiable
• Strong handle on liability, causation and quantum
• Confident drafting pleadings and schedules of loss
• Organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing deadlines
• Clear communicator with solid client care skills • A team-first mindset, not a lone-wolf act
Who this suits
• Someone fast-paced litigation
• Someone who likes responsibility and autonomy
• A credit hire pro who wants progression, not just more of the same
Why it’s worth your time
• Supportive, collaborative legal team
• Hybrid working that actually means hybrid
• Clear scope to develop and progress
• Sensible hours and a competitive salary with bonus
Standard 8’s take
• A strong move for a credit hire candidate looking to consolidate and grow
• Not for generalists or anyone learning credit hire from scratch
• A proper role for someone who wants to be taken seriously in this space