Credit Hire & Personal Injury Fee Earner

MPJ Recruitment; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

Job summary

A well-established law firm in the Chester area is seeking a Credit Hire & Personal Injury Fee Earner to manage credit hire and PI claims from instruction through to settlement or trial.

The role operates Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with a salary of £30,000 - £50,000 DOE. A supportive team, ongoing training, and long-term career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in credit hire or personal injury litigation
• Ability to manage pre- and post-litigated files
• Strong client service and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of credit hire and personal injury claims from inception to conclusion.
• Assess liability and quantum, prepare pleadings, witness statements, and court documents.
• Conduct negotiations with insurers, solicitors, and third parties for settlements.
• Handle pre-litigated and litigated matters, including hearings and trials prep.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, medical experts, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines, CPR, and SRA standards.
• Maintain accurate file management and billing records using the firm's system.

Skills

Caseload management

Negotiation skills

Litigation support

Client liaison

Legal documentation

Compliance

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Credit Hire & Personal Injury Fee Earner

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

£30,000 - £50,000 DOE

Are you interested in joining an established and reputable Law Firm?

Do you have experience working within credit hire or personal injury?

This is an excellent career opportunity for the right candidate to work with a well-established law firm based in the Chester area, providing high-quality legal services and support to clients. With a strong reputation and a client-focused approach, our client offers an excellent opportunity to join a professional and supportive team where you can develop your skills and build a long-term career.

The successful candidate will manage a caseload of pre- and post-litigated files, primarily dealing with credit hire recovery and personal injury claims, ensuring efficient progression and exceptional client service from instruction through to settlement or trial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of credit hire and personal injury claims from inception to conclusion.


• Assess liability and quantum, prepare pleadings, witness statements, and court documents.


• Conduct negotiations with insurers, solicitors, and third parties to achieve optimal settlements.


• Handle both pre-litigated and litigated matters, including preparation for hearings and trials.


• Liaise effectively with clients, counsel, medical experts, and other stakeholders.


• Ensure compliance with court deadlines, CPR, and SRA standards.


• Maintain accurate file management and billing records using the firm's case management system.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary (based upon experience)


• Fully paid training on joining


• Christmas shut down


• Birthday off


• Qualification funding


• Company social events


• Generous bonus scheme as a % of billing


• Hybrid working subject to probation period


• Company pension scheme


• EV car scheme


• On site parking


• Extra days holidays per year of service