Credit Hire / RTA Litigator (x2)
Location: UK – Hybrid or Fully Remote (Firm based in Greater Manchester; office attendance optional)
Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 DOE + Performance Bonus
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
A Greater Manchester–based claimant law firm with a growing national presence is seeking two experienced Credit Hire / RTA Litigators to join its expanding litigation team.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a mixed pre-litigated and litigated credit hire caseload, including more complex matters such as taxi and private hire vehicle claims. The firm offers genuine flexibility, including fully remote working, with the option to attend the Greater Manchester office for those who enjoy a collaborative, team-based environment.
You will manage files from inception through to settlement or trial, with a strong focus on maximising recovery and robustly challenging insurer positions on liability, hire rate, period, and mitigation.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of RTA matters including credit hire, vehicle damage, storage and recovery

Conduct litigation from pre-action through to trial

Draft CPR-compliant Particulars of Claim, Witness Statements, Part 18 Responses and settlement correspondence (WPSATC)

Review and prepare Hire Payment Packs (HPP) and Loss of Use (LOU) chronologies

Handle disputes relating to intervention offers, mitigation arguments, Basic Hire Rate challenges, period of hire and impecuniosity where applicable

Engage with insurers, solicitors and third parties to achieve early, commercial outcomes

Prepare cases for hearing and liaise with Counsel where required
Required Experience & Skills
Minimum two years’ experience handling RTA litigation (credit hire essential)

Strong working knowledge of Copley v Lawn, Stevens v Equity Syndicate Management Ltd and Hussain v EUI Ltd

Experience handling defended matters and negotiations with insurers

Ability to manage a busy caseload independently

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Commercial mindset with a focus on maximising recovery
Desirable Experience
Taxi and private hire vehicle claims

GTA and non-GTA hire disputes

Impecuniosity arguments and disclosure strategy

Previous claimant-side credit hire experience
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary of £30,000 – £45,000 depending on experience

Performance-based bonus

Employer pension contribution matching employee contributions

Flexible hybrid or fully remote working

Exposure to high-value and technically complex credit hire claims

Supportive and growing team environment

Clear progression opportunities
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Olivia Venn

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