Solicitor - Debt Recovery
Monday-Friday
Up to £45,000 + monthly bonus
Sheffield
As part of our growth plans, we are 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 a leading financial services organisation employing over 500 people, in debt recovery, throughout the UK.
Basic salary is up to £45,000 (depending on experience) + monthly bonus potential of up to £300.
Solicitor duties:
* 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
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.
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.
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