Job Description

Purpose of the role:

We are a niche credit hire company seeking to appoint an experienced credit hire litigator to manage our litigation process and performance of our panel solicitors. Working in conjunction with our busy in-house recoveries team, the role involves the negotiation and settlement of litigated credit hire invoices with at-fault insurers, following non-fault motor traffic accidents. You will be responsible for overseeing the performance of our panel solicitors including reviewing files and preparing detailed litigation instructions, working closely with the solicitors, clients and brokers to prepare claims for litigation, assist with disclosure and witness statements, preparation for trial and oversee progression of claims through to settlement.

The ideal candidate will be a experienced file handler dealing with pre and post litigated caseload of credit hire claims, from inception to completion. Experience of handling Fast-Track claims is desirable but not essential

Main responsibilities:

*Instruct and monitor panel solicitors to ensure claims are issued and progressed in line with service level requirements.

*Liaise with all parties to ensure disclosure and witness statements are prepared in accordance with Court Directions.

*Monitor and report on all claims listed for trial.

To apply a structured approach to case diary management - ensure all claims are progressing and within the correct status to enable accurate monitoring and reporting.
Review evidence and identify any potential issues in the recovery of hire charges or costs.
Ensure that all required documentation for settlement of a claim is gathered in a timely manner.
Work towards company and individual targets
Adherence to H&S and HR policies and procedures
Application of relevant case law and credit hire principles in order to settle cases
*Work collaboratively with colleagues in the recoveries team, brokers and solicitors

What you need to work for us:

Previous RTA and credit hire litigation experience

Knowledge of credit hire case law, pre-action protocols and Civil Procedure rules.

Good Level of education - at least to A-level or equivalent

Customer Service Experience

Good communication skills that can be applied written and verbally

Knowledge of MS Office

Strong Negotiation skills

Effective diary management

Hours of work

- Monday to Friday - Full Time working hours. Hybrid work pattern preferred but option to work remotely once training completed.

Company Benefits -

Additional leave holiday purchase scheme Death in service cover Savings Scheme Hybrid working 2 days a week Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Referral Scheme Free on site parking Free Lunch provided Free eye test policy
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-50,000.00 per year basic salary depending on experience, plus monthly performance incentive scheme

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Longham, Ferndown, Dorset

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person