Company Description
As part of our growth plans, Credit Style is looking to strengthen our team based in offices just north of Sheffield City Centre with the appointment of a Solicitor and/or Chartered Legal Executive. We are part of the Bristow & Sutor Group – employing over 500 people in debt recovery throughout the UK.
Basic salary is from £28,000 up to £45,000 (depending on experience) + monthly bonus potential of up to £300.
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 skills – able to adapt and use new systems.
* Problem-solving skills - able to look for solutions and agree these with customers.
* Confidence in making and receiving telephone calls.
* Clear communication capabilities – both written and verbal.
* The ability to work to targets – earning more based on success.
* Confidence to deal with a variety of people in different situations.
Other information
This is a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, based in our Sheffield offices (S3 postcode area).
Salary and Benefits:
* Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
* Company Life Assurance Plan.
* After 6 months, the opportunity of working hybrid will be considered.
* Onsite parking.
* Daily hot & cold refreshments including fruit offering.
The successful applicant would be required to undertake a DBS and CCJ check and other background checks before an offer of employment is made.
Bristow and Sutor Group is an equal opportunities employer. It promotes a culture where diversity is valued, respected, and built upon, attracts and retains a workforce based on merit and ability and is reflective of the communities it is part of.
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