Credit Hire Paralegal

Weightmans; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Paralegal to manage credit hire caseloads. The role involves reviewing cases, managing investigations, and ensuring compliance with firm policies. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a proactive approach, with flexibility and adaptability critical for success.

Qualifications

• Previous Paralegal experience required.
• Experience handling litigated motor files preferred.
• Credit hire experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload effectively and efficiently.
• Handle cases to conclusion, including instructing Counsel.
• Comply with client SLAs and achieve financial targets.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

Adaptability

Ability to meet deadlines

Job description

About your new role

Accidents involving motor vehicles give rise to numerous claims and legal actions, affecting businesses, non-commercial organisations, and insurers. The volume of cases and potential costs can significantly impact operational performance.

We need a service that processes cases swiftly and efficiently, achieving satisfactory settlements. Weightmans' Motor team is a market leader, offering comprehensive services with dedicated teams handling fast track, multi track, fraud, credit hire, indemnity issues, and representation at inquests and criminal prosecutions.

We are recruiting for a Paralegal to initially assist and then manage a caseload of credit hire cases.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Manage caseload effectively and efficiently
• Review liability and quantum, and Claimant Solicitor conduct before devising handling strategies
• Handle cases to conclusion, including instructing investigators, posing Part 35 questions, instructing Counsel, and making Part 36 offers
• Complete client and firm MI procedures
• Comply with client SLAs, e-manual, and claims handling requirements
• Achieve chargeable hours and financial targets
• Comply with Data Protection Procedures

The above is not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned. As a Paralegal, you will also ensure compliance with Weightmans and client policies, working in accordance with our values.

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About You

You should have previous Paralegal experience and a genuine interest in this area. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as well as:

• Experience handling or assisting with litigated motor files, preferably as a Defendant
• Credit hire experience
• Knowledge of CPR
• Ability to meet deadlines and targets
• Teamwork and initiative
• Excellent communication skills

If you meet these criteria and are eager to learn and contribute, we look forward to your application.

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