PCP Solicitor

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

Key Responsibilities

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

Benefits

At Proximo Legal Services, we are proud holders of the Investors in People GOLD accreditation and members of the Inclusive Employers Group. We are committed to staff development and wellbeing, offering:

Competitive salary up to £50,000 (depending on experience)

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working following probation

Health and wellbeing programme via Medicash

Retail cashback scheme and tech scheme

Smart/casual dress code

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Long service recognition

Cycle to work scheme

Volunteering opportunities at Chester Zoo

Fully funded social events

If this role sounds of interest, please APPLY NOW and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

Before you go…

For Proximo, having a friendly, diverse, and inclusive atmosphere is crucial to achieving our best-in-class goal. When everyone feels free to be their best selves at work, Proximo thrives. We want our employee base to match the variety of our customer base. While we strive to maintain a culture where employees feel appreciated and valued for their individual potential, we celebrate diversity.

Our dedication to diversity is authentic, continuously developing, and top-down driven. Proximo takes great satisfaction in being open to everyone. No matter your gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, or social class, we encourage you to apply. We support diverse workplaces where our employees may always give and display their best selves.

We'd love to hear from you if you need flexibility in time, locations, or ways you do your job. Additionally, we want to make sure you receive help during the application process so you can give it your all. Please indicate on your application form if you need any reasonable adjustments made during the application process.

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