Litigation Executive - Credit Hire

HF; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (rising to 30) +

Holiday Buy Scheme

Life Insurance & Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Hybrid & Flexible Working Options

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

HF in the Manchester/London area is recruiting a Litigation Executive to manage delegated authority credit hire claims in a hybrid, permanent role. You will handle cases from instruction to resolution, including high-value and technical matters, working with insurers and the Credit Hire team across Manchester and London.

The role requires 12 months’ credit hire or insurance experience, a proactive work ethic, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ideally 12 months’ experience handling credit hire files or experience within the insurance industry.
• Applications from law graduates with a demonstrable interest in Credit Hire Litigation will also be considered.
• A strong work ethic and a proactive, self-motivated attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Strong initiative and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Handling your own caseload of litigated delegated authority small claims and/or fast track claims (dependent on experience).
• Managing cases from instruction through to resolution.
• Working on high-value and technically complex credit hire cases, some exceeding £50K.
• Supporting work on appeals, credit hire fraud, and strategic litigation.
• Assisting in shaping case strategy and contributing to wider team objectives.
• Building and maintaining relationships with insurer clients.
• Collaborating with colleagues to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Skills

Credit Hire Litigation

Insurance industry knowledge

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Education

Law graduate

Job description

About The Role

Manchester/London

Hybrid

Contract Type – Permanent

About HF

People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

Litigation Executive - Credit Hire

Manchester/London

Hybrid

Contract Type – Permanent

About HF

People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

Receiving over 66,000 instructions a year from more than 80 clients, HF is one of the largest insurance-focused law firms in the UK. The Credit Hire department is one of the firm’s highest-performing teams, led by three experienced Partners and comprising around 50 specialists across Manchester and London. The team handles a broad range of claims, including high-value and technically complex cases, and has a strong reputation for delivering excellent results for insurers, corporates, and public sector clients.

You can find out more about our Credit Hire team here: Credit Hire - HF

What You’ll Be Doing

• Handling your own caseload of litigated delegated authority small claims and/or fast track claims (dependent on experience)
• Managing cases from instruction through to resolution
• Working on high-value and technically complex credit hire cases, some exceeding £50K
• Supporting work on appeals, credit hire fraud, and strategic litigation
• Assisting in shaping case strategy and contributing to wider team objectives
• Building and maintaining relationships with insurer clients
• Collaborating with colleagues to achieve the best possible outcomes

What do I need?

• Ideally 12 months’ experience handling credit hire files or experience within the insurance industry
• Applications from law graduates with a demonstrable interest in Credit Hire Litigation will also be considered
• A strong work ethic and a proactive, self-motivated attitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to teamwork
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop within a specialist area of law

What’s in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

You’ll Enjoy

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!