Job Description
Debt Recovery Solicitor
Sheffield
£40,000+
My client are looking for a diligent, confident, self-motivated and experienced person to fill the role of a Debt recovery Fee Earner.
Role Responsibilities
* Handling a caseload of debt claimant files
* Handling transferred fast track files that are ready to litigate
* Representing the team in the conduct of client matters in providing legal advice and assistance in a professional matter
* Completing all necessary investigations into the circumstances of the incident and the value of the client's claim, carrying out legal research as required
* Collating and reviewing the evidence to assess prospects of the claim succeeding its merits
* Negotiating settlement on the best possible terms for the Client ensuring that instructions are followed or taken at the vital points
* Ensuring that the legal expenses provider is kept updated at all key stages
* Drafting the necessary documents to issue court proceedings, following court directions, drafting statements and preparing the file for a final court hearing
* Identifying and appropriately investigating all conflicts, complaints and potential acts of negligence and ensuring they are reported immediately to a team leader or member of the compliance team
Experience Required
* A minimum of six months experience in a similar role either in-house or within private practice
* Debt recovery, commercial litigation, asset finance, or service charge work.
* Basic legal background i.e. knowledge of fundamental legal concepts
* Confidence to manage colleagues expectations and ensure delivery by following up on items which have been promised
* Fee earning knowledge
* Writing skills- to be applied in written papers for internal and external release
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