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Job Title: Pre-Litigation Fee Earner / Paralegal (Road Traffic Accidents)
Location: Blackburn - Full time office basedSalary: Dependent on experience.
About the Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Pre-Litigation Fee Earner/Paralegal with expertise in Credit Hire to join a thriving Road Traffic Accident (RTA) team. This role is ideal for an ambitious individual who is looking to take the next step in their career, with a strong focus on providing exceptional client care and advice throughout the RTA claims process.
As a Pre-Litigation Fee Earner, you will be responsible for managing your own caseload of around 180 files, from submission of claims to the MOJ Portal through to litigation. You will handle a variety of cases, including those with disputed liability or cases that have dropped from the portal, with minimal supervision. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual who enjoys working collaboratively, is eager to support departmental growth, and can contribute to marketing and networking activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of RTA matters, including credit hire, recovery, storage, and liability issues, through the MOJ Portal and beyond.
- Conduct investigations into cases that have left the MOJ Portal, determining the prospect of success.
- Prepare and upload claims to the MOJ Portal and draft necessary documents including witness statements, Stage 2 packs, and Court documents.
- Instruct medical agencies and conduct PI searches using Med Co.
- Recover credit hire, storage, and recovery charges, ensuring that the claims process is followed through from start to finish.
- Issue Stage 3 proceedings when necessary and prepare for court hearings, including issuing Infant Approval proceedings.
- Provide proactive updates to clients and manage client relationships effectively throughout the process.
- Meet monthly and quarterly targets, ensuring cases are handled efficiently and in accordance with set deadlines.
Skills/Experience Required:
- At least 12-18 months of previous experience in a similar role, dealing with MOJ Portal cases and credit hire claims.
- Knowledge and experience of credit hire, storage, recovery, and liability arguments are essential.
- Experience in running a caseload with minimal supervision and preparing cases for transfer to litigation.
- Proficiency in using case management systems and Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- A solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and Pre-Action Protocols.
- Excellent time management, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle a varied caseload while meeting realistic targets.
- Strong written skills with an attention to detail when drafting documents.
Person Specification:
- Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build relationships with clients and third parties.
- Well-organised, proactive, and adaptable, with a flexible approach to resolving issues.
- A genuine interest in furthering your career within the RTA and credit hire space.
What We Offer
- Contributory pension scheme
- 20 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
- Birthday day off after 1st year of service
- Monthly and annual commission opportunities
- Employee referral scheme
- Annual awards at end-of-year party
- Full-time hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday
- On-site parking available
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and dedicated individual to advance their career and gain valuable experience in the credit hire and RTA sector. If you are proactive, client-focused, and eager to join a growing and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
