Debt Recovery Solicitor

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Debt Recovery Solicitor has arisen to join my clients team in their Sheffield offices on a hybrid basis.

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

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

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note:  Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.