Credit Hire Solicitor Job at Douglas Scott (Bolton)

Litigation Claims Handler

My client based in Staffordshire are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Li...

Location

United Kingdom , Staffordshire

Salary:

35000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Litigation experience
Qualified Solicitor or Legal (desirable)
Experience in Defence claims handling within an insurer or TPA environment
Experience in acting as a mentor or referral point for junior team members
Demonstrable self-motivation and initiative
Ability to work independently within a defined structure and effectively collaborate with peers and managers
Good communication skills

Job Responsibility

Defend litigated motor claims on behalf of large corporates from issue to trial
Value general and special damages
Utilise the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant authorities to obtain the best client outcome
Ensure full compliance with all office protocols, client service level agreements, and client 'key performance indicators' on all own handled claims
Assess liability and set and maintain reserves in accordance with client service level agreements and client 'key performance indicators'
Investigate the merits of third-party claims
Conduct telephone and correspondence negotiations with third parties, third-party insurers, and third-party solicitors to achieve the best client outcome
Work within and support the litigation team to achieve and maintain full compliance with all office protocols, client service level agreements, and client 'key performance indicators'
Delegate and supervise appropriate tasks to the Claims Administration Assistants
Act as a technical and procedural referral for others in the litigation team

Fulltime

Solicitor - Vehicle Hire and Damage

This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer who wants to build a career at the ...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor
Demonstrable experience in managing a varied caseload in the Scottish courts
Credit Hire / Motor Litigation experience (preference) or experience in Personal Injury, Insurance Fraud or Dispute Resolution
Highly organised
Confident negotiator and communicator
Outstanding eye for detail
Excellent relationship and client handling skills
Ability to deal confidently and professionally with clients
Reasonable level of self-sufficiency
Awareness of the boundaries of own competence/authority

Job Responsibility

Take on a key client-facing role, acting as a point of contact for Scottish claims
Get involved in marketing and business development activities, including attending industry events, supporting client training sessions, and participating in clinics and shadowing days
Manage your own varied caseload of litigated matters, including credit hire, damage, fraud, and injury claims, working towards agreed performance targets
Stay aligned with the firm’s strategic goals and contribute to the continued success of the team
Keep your technical skills sharp through regular training, learning opportunities, and up-to-date legal reading
Handle confidential information professionally and in line with the firm’s strong data security standards
Attend court hearings when required, developing your advocacy skills
Achieve your personal financial and performance targets

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
Well-rounded remuneration package (includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

Supervisor (Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer) - Vehicle Hire and Damage

DAC Beachcroft is looking to appoint a Supervisor to join our Credit Hire Team i...

Location

United Kingdom , Newport

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with previous supervision experience, ideally in a Credit Hire motor environment however other supervision experience will be considered
Have demonstrable experience of handling a caseload which includes
credit hire, personal injury or similar case types
A high level of personal compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs
Good people management skills including the ability to motivate, coach and mentor team members at all levels
IT skills - Be IT literate with a good working knowledge of Excel and Word
Prioritisation & Organisation skills – A strong ability to organise their own time, identify priority tasks and know when to ask for help
Analytical skills – The ability to critically look at factual evidence, identify what is not right/out of the ordinary
Commercial sense – The ability to know the principle or law but also know when is it worth pursuing it
Interpersonal skills – The ability to get on with a team, speak to a customer on the phone and meet a client

Job Responsibility

Direct Supervision and Management of a small team of handlers who will have responsibility for volume litigated credit hire cases
Technical supervision of claims
All interim and performance reviews, including probation reviews
Absence management
Cascading and communicating information from senior management
Motivating and engaging the team, as well as overseeing their well-being
Coach their team and provide support to develop their team members and proceed through the career framework
Monitoring team financial performance and ensuring that targets are hit
Ensuring files are run pro-actively and effectively to conclusion by the relevant fee earner, with appropriate deadlines met
Ensuring that fee earners carry out work effectively to meet the needs of the clients and the commercial requirements of the firm

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

Litigation solicitor

DAC Beachcroft is looking to appoint a Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive Lit...

Location

United Kingdom , Newport

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Litigator
Demonstratable experience in Credit Hire and Damage claims is essential
Experience managing a caseload involving hire or related claims
Strong compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs
Organised, able to prioritise effectively and work independently
Commercially aware
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Resilient, confident in negotiation and open to constructive feedback
Strong IT skills, particularly in Word and Excel
Alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive)

Job Responsibility

Handle your own caseload of mixed‑value litigated hire and damage claims
Manage a busy caseload and ensuring files progress proactively
Deliver work that meets client needs, service standards and commercial expectations
Raise and address any emerging risk or compliance issues appropriately
Collaborate with colleagues to support overall team performance
Maintain strong financial awareness and working efficiently to meet targets
Share key information and contributing to communication across the team
Contribute to team motivation, engagement and wellbeing
Participate in relevant performance and development discussions
Act as a point of contact for clients and demonstrate strong technical expertise

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

Litigation solicitor

DAC Beachcroft is looking to appoint a Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive Lit...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Litigator
Demonstratable experience in Credit Hire and Damage claims is essential
Experience managing a caseload involving hire or related claims
Experience in Motor or similar Civil Litigation matters alongside Hire experience
Strong compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs
Organised, able to prioritise effectively and work independently
Commercially aware
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Resilient, confident in negotiation and open to constructive feedback
Keen to learn and able to apply new skills and knowledge effectively

Job Responsibility

Handle your own caseload of mixed‑value litigated hire and damage claims
Manage a busy caseload and ensuring files progress proactively
Deliver work that meets client needs, service standards and commercial expectations
Raise and address any emerging risk or compliance issues appropriately
Collaborate with colleagues to support overall team performance
Maintain strong financial awareness and working efficiently to meet targets
Share key information and contributing to communication across the team
Contribute to team motivation, engagement and wellbeing
Participate in relevant performance and development discussions
Act as a point of contact for clients and demonstrate strong technical expertise

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

Litigation Solicitor

DAC Beachcroft is looking to appoint a Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive Lit...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Litigator
Demonstratable experience in Credit Hire and Damage claims is essential
Experience managing a caseload involving hire or related claims
Experience in Motor or similar Civil Litigation matters alongside Hire experience
Strong compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs
Organised, able to prioritise effectively and work independently
Commercially aware
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Resilient, confident in negotiation and open to constructive feedback
Keen to learn and able to apply new skills and knowledge effectively

Job Responsibility

Handle your own caseload of mixed‑value litigated hire and damage claims
Contribute to the wider performance and success of the team
Managing a busy caseload and ensuring files progress proactively
Delivering work that meets client needs, service standards and commercial expectations
Raising and addressing any emerging risk or compliance issues appropriately
Collaborating with colleagues to support overall team performance
Maintaining strong financial awareness and working efficiently to meet targets
Sharing key information and contributing to communication across the team
Contributing to team motivation, engagement and wellbeing
Participating in relevant performance and development discussions

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

New

Supervisor (Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer) - Motor Injury

DAC Beachcroft is excited to be expanding our national Motor Injury team with se...

Location

United Kingdom , Newport

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

March 27, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with the ability to conduct litigation
Nearing the end of training contract or Solicitor Apprenticeship
Demonstrable experience of handling a caseload which includes personal injury, credit hire or similar case types
A high level of personal compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs
Good people management skills including the ability to motivate, coach and mentor team members at all levels
IT literate with a good working knowledge of Excel and Word
Strong ability to organise their own time, identify priority tasks and know when to ask for help
The ability to critically look at factual evidence, identify what is not right/out of the ordinary
The ability to know the principle or law but also know when is it worth pursuing it
The ability to get on with a team, speak to a customer on the phone and meet a client

Job Responsibility

Direct Supervision and Management of a team of handlers who will have responsibility for volume pre litigated and litigated cases
Technical supervision of claims
Delivery of Day one training and ongoing training in line with Motor Injury induction process
All interim and performance reviews, including probation reviews
Absence management
Cascading and communicating information
Motivating and engaging the team, as well as overseeing their well-being
Ensuring files are run pro-actively and effectively to conclusion by the relevant lawyer, with appropriate SLA and deadlines met
Ensuring that lawyers carry out work effectively to meet the needs of the clients and the commercial requirements of the firm
Ensuring any emerging risk or compliance issues that are raised by lawyers within a case are addressed and managed in conjunction with the Team Partner in the first instance

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

New

Claims Adjuster - Motor

Claims Adjuster - Motor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract. At AXA XL our claims div...

Location

United Kingdom , Ipswich

Salary:

Not provided

Axa

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in handling motor claims, to include first notification of loss, accidental damage, third party property damage and third party credit hire claims
An understanding of how the Claims function operates, including the lifecycle of the claim
A good awareness of the legal process including litigation
Experience in controlling loss adjusters, solicitors and experts in connection with day-to-day claims handling.
Ability to operate to tight deadlines in a pressured environment
Inquisitive mindset with excellent problem solving skills
Possess good telephone, written and verbal communication skills.
Takes ownership and accountability for the management of assigned claims and successfully oversees the strategy to obtain the best result for both AXA XL and the insured
Delivering prompt, fair, innovative and accurate claims service enhancing excellent broker and client relationships

Job Responsibility

Proficient in the handling of all aspects of claims within job holder’s authority to good technical standards and quality including: Legal and policy liability assessment
Estimating
Negotiation, settlement and defence including litigation management.
Efficient handling of claims above job holder’s personal authority under referral system.
Provide a quality claims service including effective handling of claims and compliance with required service standards.
Maintain and build on existing customer relationships and encourage business retention through contacts with clients and brokers in respect of day-to-day claims handling.
Receiving claims notifications, assessing estimates and negotiating claims up to and including settlement within personal authority.
Consider Third Party liabilities, detecting fraud and taking correct action to preserve and maximise recoveries.

What we offer

Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
Matching Gifts program
Volunteering Leave
Global Day of Giving

Fulltime

Credit Hire Solicitor

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom , Bolton

Category:
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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Posted:
April 28, 2025

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