Job Description
Role: Financial Litigation Solicitor
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Our client is a specialist claimant law firm with a strong focus on financial and commercial litigation. The firm acts for individuals and businesses across a range of complex claims, with particular expertise in financial mis-selling, consumer finance, irresponsible lending, fraud and wider commercial disputes.
The team is continuing to grow and is looking to appoint an experienced Financial Litigation Solicitor to join its Manchester-based practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with a genuine interest in financial litigation who is looking to develop their expertise within a specialist, claimant-focused environment.
The Role
The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of financial litigation matters, taking responsibility for claims from initial assessment through to resolution and, where necessary, litigation.
The role will involve a mixture of pre-action work, dispute resolution and contested litigation, with the opportunity to work on a range of financial mis-selling and consumer finance claims.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of financial litigation claims from inception through to settlement or trial.
- Advising clients in relation to financial mis-selling and consumer finance disputes.
- Handling claims involving mis-sold financial products, lending, finance agreements and commission arrangements.
- Preparing and submitting complaints to relevant financial institutions, the Financial Ombudsman Service, Financial Services Compensation Scheme and other appropriate redress schemes.
- Drafting letters of claim, pleadings, statements of case, witness statements and other litigation documentation.
- Issuing proceedings and progressing matters through the County Court and other relevant forums.
- Managing disclosure, evidence, applications, directions and other procedural aspects of litigation.
- Liaising with clients, opponents, counsel, experts and other third parties.
- Ensuring all matters are progressed in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant pre-action protocols.
- Maintaining accurate and comprehensive case records using the firm's case management systems.
- Working to deadlines, financial targets and regulatory requirements while maintaining a high standard of client care.
- Supporting and providing guidance to junior members of the team where required.
About You
The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with solid civil litigation experience, ideally with exposure to financial litigation, consumer credit, financial mis-selling or another claimant litigation environment.
We would be particularly interested in candidates with experience in areas such as:
- Financial mis-selling
- PCP and motor finance claims
- Consumer credit litigation
- Commission-related claims
- Irresponsible lending
- Bank or financial fraud
- Commercial litigation
- Group or multi-party litigation
- FOS / FSCS complaints and redress schemes
Candidates from a broader civil litigation background who have a genuine interest in developing a career within financial litigation will also be considered.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Qualified Solicitor with relevant post-qualification litigation experience.
- Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and civil litigation processes.
- Experience managing a caseload with a degree of autonomy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong drafting and analytical abilities.
- A commercially minded and proactive approach.
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively to deadlines and targets.
- Strong client-care skills and a professional approach.
- Ability to work independently whilst also contributing positively to a wider team.
Desirable
- Previous experience of financial mis-selling or consumer finance litigation.
- Experience of PCP / motor finance claims.
- Experience of group litigation or high-volume litigation.
- Previous experience of dealing with the FOS, FSCS or other financial redress schemes.
- Experience supervising or mentoring paralegals or junior fee earners.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Manchester city-centre location.
- Opportunity to specialise further within financial litigation.
- Exposure to a varied and growing portfolio of claimant litigation.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.
If you're a qualified solicitor with a background in civil litigation and are interested in developing your career within financial litigation, we'd be keen to hear from you.
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Financial Litigation Solicitor in Manchester employer: CRA Consulting
Join a leading UK legal services provider that prioritises flexibility and employee well-being, offering significant home working options and a competitive salary of up to £65,000. With a strong focus on career progression, generous holiday allowances, and no pressure to generate your own client following, this role allows you to concentrate on what you do best—providing exceptional legal advice and support in a collaborative environment. Experience a modern approach to legal services with the integration of technology, ensuring you can maximise your expertise while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.
