PCP Solicitor

Proximo Holdings Limited; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Chester is seeking a qualified PCP Solicitor. The role includes managing civil litigation cases and contributing to junior staff development. An excellent opportunity for a legal professional aiming for career advancement within a supportive environment. Up to £50,000 per annum with competitive benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + birthday off

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing programme

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Volunteering opportunities at Chester Zoo

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring or training junior legal staff in litigation procedures.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Handling PCP/car finance commission mis-selling claims.
• Progressing claims from initial instruction to final resolution.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Proven experience handling civil litigation cases

Sound understanding of financial mis-selling compensation claims

Strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in IT systems including Adobe, Word and Excel

Job description

PCP Solicitor

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 Experienc

• 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.

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