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 EXPERIENCE

• 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

• 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