Location
United Kingdom
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Credit Hire

About the Role

Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level? Do you come from an insurer, credit hire company, or credit hire law firm background? If so, we want to hear from you! HF is on the lookout for a talented Litigation Executive to join our vibrant and expanding Credit Hire Team in either Manchester or London. Could this be your next exciting opportunity? 

Your Career Path
At HF, we’re committed to nurturing talent and rewarding high performance. Whether you’re looking to develop technical expertise, move into management, or explore other pathways, we support your ambitions. Many team members have progressed into leadership roles or specialized positions through internal training, apprenticeships, and career development programs.

We have several routes on progression, from Training contracts, Apprenticeships and pathways to becoming an Associate or Team Leader. All our training contracts are offered internally, and the firm offered a total of 14 training contracts in 2024/2025, a proportion of those are within the Credit Hire department.

If you’re inquisitive, hardworking, and passionate about achieving great results, HF is the perfect place to grow your career.


What will you be doing?
The Credit Hire team deal with insurance cases whereby a replacement vehicle has been hired on a deferred credit basis and it is their job to investigate the individuals, credit hire companies and beyond to determine if there are any fraud indicators and as to the genuine nature of the claim.

You will predominantly be handling your own case load of pre litigated delegated authority claims. These can be up to £100k in value. In addition, the team deals with some litigated matters up to the Fast Track limit.  The role represents a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to high quality and challenging work. There will also be ample opportunities to help shape strategy and for contact with insurer clients.


What Do We Need from You?
We’re looking for candidates with experience from an insurer, credit hire company, or credit hire law firm. An enthusiastic, self-motivated attitude combined with a desire to exceed targets and work in a fast-paced environment is essential. Initiative, creative problem-solving, and a strong work ethic will help you thrive in our close-knit team.


What’s In It for You?

We’re not your typical corporate law firm! Enjoy flexible working with just one day in the office per week after your initial training, a relaxed dress code, and a supportive, inclusive culture. Plus, our benefits package includes:

  • 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service)
  • Holiday Buy Scheme (buy up to 5 extra days)
  • Life insurance & Income Protection
  • Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance & Digital GP services
  • Pension Scheme & Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
  • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
  • Hybrid & flexible working options
  • Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
  • Charitable Giving & Volunteer Days
  • Technology Vouchers & Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Travel Insurance, Flu & Eyecare Vouchers, and more!

About The Team:

Our Credit Hire Team is a dynamic group of legal professionals who thrive in a friendly, engaging environment. We’re passionate about making a real impact by delivering results-driven, solutions-focused service to our clients. But it’s not just about work — we believe in fostering a strong team spirit!

Get involved in a variety of initiatives centred on personal growth and wellbeing - from joining our engagement committee and attending client events to participating in charity and volunteering activities. Our team loves socialising, whether it’s a team night out, hosting a charity quiz, or a lunchtime chess tournament. We’re always open to new ideas for team challenges - your creativity is welcome!

This is what our Credit Hire Partner, Max, says about the role;

"It is a really exciting time to join our vibrant, innovative Credit Hire Department that continues to flourish through expansion of our client base.

We are proud of our supportive working environment; we take great pride in nurturing talent and giving our people every opportunity to fulfil their career ambitions.

Background and previous experience have never been a barrier, if you feel aligned to HF's values and bold vision, this could be an opportunity for you."

About the Company 

HF is one of the UK’s leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to most the UK’s 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire. HF has recently expanded into the provision of commercial legal services and litigation, providing solutions to a wide range of corporate and SME clients.

Sounds great! What next?
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