Solicitor

Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive
Sheffield
Monday-Friday (37.5 hours per week)
From £28,000 to £45,000 DOE (Monthly bonus potential of up to £300)
The Role
My client works with some of the largest retail, banking and commercial businesses around the UK to help recover overdue debts and arrange payment solutions, helping people clear their debts. They are currently looking to appoint a Solicitor/ or Chartered Legal Executive to join their team.
Main Responsibilities
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
The Candidate
To be successful in the role you will need to be able 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.
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.
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