Credit Hire Solicitor
CompanyWeightmans
Location
Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/30/2026
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Occupation TypeSolicitors and lawyers
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
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£51,600
(£26.46 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
Motor accidents give rise to a high volume of claims that can carry significant financial and operational risk for businesses, public bodies, insurers, and non‑commercial organisations. Clients need advisers who can move quickly, think strategically, and handle matters with confidence and care.
Weightmans’ Motor team is a recognised market leader, offering a full defendant service across fast track and multi‑track litigation, fraud, credit hire, indemnity issues, and representation at inquests and criminal proceedings. Our teams are known for their technical strength, supportive culture, and commitment to delivering commercially sound outcomes.
We are now recruiting a Solicitor from Newly Qualified up to 4 years’ PQE to join our Motor team and manage a credit hire caseload. This is an excellent opportunity to build specialist expertise within a high‑performing and well‑supported team.
The above is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role. As a Solicitor you will also ensure that you comply with the relevant Weightmans’ and client policies and procedures, and consistently work in accordance with our values.
Responsibilities
You’ll manage your own caseload with the appropriate level of supervision and support, developing confidence and autonomy as your experience grows. Your responsibilities will include:
Weightmans’ Motor team is a recognised market leader, offering a full defendant service across fast track and multi‑track litigation, fraud, credit hire, indemnity issues, and representation at inquests and criminal proceedings. Our teams are known for their technical strength, supportive culture, and commitment to delivering commercially sound outcomes.
We are now recruiting a Solicitor from Newly Qualified up to 4 years’ PQE to join our Motor team and manage a credit hire caseload. This is an excellent opportunity to build specialist expertise within a high‑performing and well‑supported team.
The above is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role. As a Solicitor you will also ensure that you comply with the relevant Weightmans’ and client policies and procedures, and consistently work in accordance with our values.
Responsibilities
You’ll manage your own caseload with the appropriate level of supervision and support, developing confidence and autonomy as your experience grows. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a caseload efficiently, progressing matters proactively from initial review to conclusion
- Assessing liability, quantum, and claimant solicitor conduct to develop effective defence strategies
- Handling cases to settlement or trial, including:
- Instructing investigators and counsel
- Drafting and responding to Part 35 questions
- Making and responding to Part 36 offers
- Working in line with client SLAs, e‑manuals, and local claims‑handling requirements
- Completing client and firm MI accurately and on time
- Meeting chargeable hours and financial performance targets
- Ensuring compliance with data protection, regulatory, and firm policies