Credit Hire Paralegal

An established national law firm is seeking a Credit Hire Legal Advisor to join its dynamic and growing litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor, CILEx professional, or experienced file handler to manage a caseload of litigated credit hire matters.

You’ll be working with well-known insurer clients, handling complex files and playing a key part in delivering commercial, pragmatic legal advice.

This role offers hybrid working with the office based in central Leeds, excellent benefits and a structured pathway for career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Defend a caseload of litigated credit hire claims from inception through to resolution
Instruct Counsel for hearings, conferences and CMCs
Conduct telephone advocacy, including allocation hearings and case management conferences where appropriate
Advise clients on settlement strategies and litigation risk, ensuring a commercial approach at all times
Liaise with both insurer and lay clients to obtain timely and accurate instructions
Keep clients informed throughout the claim lifecycle, providing high-quality and regular updates
Engage with clients directly to build strong working relationships and ensure service continuity
Analyse the authenticity and validity of claims through ongoing client contact
Act as a mentor to junior colleagues and support team knowledge-sharing
Discuss liability and quantum offers using direct communication methods to expedite progress
Work under the supervision of team leads on complex or high-value files to broaden your legal exposure
Effectively prioritise workloads, particularly urgent tasks and ensure efficient case progression
About You

To be successful in this role, you should have:

Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx), or significant relevant experience as a file handler
A strong track-record managing a caseload of fast or multi-track credit hire files
Solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), relevant case law and legal principles relating to RTA liability, causation and quantum
Experience dealing with indemnity issues, Article 75 disputes, resiling from admissions and non-party litigation where appropriate
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise legal advice
Confidence liaising with clients, insurers, external agencies and Counsel
Good working knowledge of case management systems (eg Visual Files) and Microsoft Office
Organised, methodical and capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Why Join This Firm?

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking legal practice committed to supporting your career, wellbeing and work-life balance. The firm promotes diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all.

Benefits Package

Minimum 25 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
Holiday buy/sell scheme
Hybrid working model
Two volunteering days per year to support charitable causes
Matched charity fundraising (up to £250)
Medicash health cash plan – including dental, physio, optical
Access to digital physiotherapy and skin screening via Medicash App
Employee discounts on shopping, travel and lifestyle
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Company pension scheme
Funded driving theory test (where applicable)
Active wellbeing network and mental health support
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Funded team social events
Dress for your day policy