The applicant will undertake various duties dealing with commercial debt recovery, litigation, and enforcement in both Scotland and England and Wales. All aspects, from letters of demand to sequestration/liquidation, will be covered as training progresses. The applicant will have to deal with solicitors, Sheriff Clerks, enforcement officers, and clients on a day-to-day basis.
The successful applicant will be offered a two-year fixed training contract with a three-month exit clause. The contract may be extended by mutual agreement. Extra study will be required from time to time. The role offered is extremely varied but also very challenging.
Person Specification:
You will be articulate and numerate and fully conversant with Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, and Access. An ability to work on one's own, although part of a team, is important. A basic understanding of Scots Law and some of the terms used is required. The role requires good organisational skills, and commercial awareness is a must.
Degree Required:
The individual will have completed an accepted degree to at least 2:2 level in Law or Legal Studies.
This position is situated in our Leith office.
Hours: Mon-Fri (9.00am-5.00pm)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £22,500.00 per year
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Edinburgh, EH6 6NF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Trainee Paralegal
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