I currently looking to Recruit a Solicitor and/or Chartered Legal Executive for my client’s debt recovery team based in Sheffield. One of the leading debt recovery groups employing over 500 people in debt revocery across the UK.
Basic salary is up to £45,000 (depending on experience) + monthly bonus
Position
Key elements of the role will include:
* Personal Management of a Defended caseload via a case management system
* Review High Value or Complex pre-legal debts to assess suitability for legal action
* Pursue defended claims through small claims, fast track and multi-track by drafting pleadings, witness statements and producing court bundles.
* Advise and liaise with clients on legal matters, prospects for successful recovery and assist with overcoming disputes and reasons for non-payment
* Work with courts, enforcement agencies and other suppliers to ensure high standards of service are maintained at all times
* Insolvency Action - Bankruptcy/Winding Up Petitions
* Return of Goods Claims
* Such other duties as may be required
Requirements
To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate:
* A law degree (or equivalent legal qualifications) and have previous practical experience of legal collection, and be either a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
* Previous experience in running a Defended caseload on the Small Claims Track is preferred
* Good IT skil...