Litigation & Debt Recovery Litigator

CRA Consulting; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Competitive bonus scheme

Complimentary tea and coffee

Job summary

CRA Consulting are hiring a Junior Litigator / Litigation & Debt Recovery Executive to join their busy legal team near Sheffield. You will manage a varied caseload across small claims, fast-track and multi-track proceedings, gaining experience from assessment through to resolution.

Salary £28,000 - £32,000. The role suits a proactive, well-organised candidate with an interest in debt recovery, defended litigation and dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• Experience in litigation, debt recovery, civil procedure or dispute resolution is preferred.
• Motivated and commercially aware legal professional with a genuine interest in litigation.
• Able to communicate with clients and third parties and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Progress a caseload of defended litigation matters across small claims, fast-track and multi-track.
• Review pre-legal accounts and assess litigation and recovery viability.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications and court documents.
• Prepare and review trial bundles and support matters toward hearings.
• Provide updates to clients on progress and recovery prospects.
• Liaise with courts, enforcement agents, insolvency practitioners and others.
• Assist with insolvency-related work, including bankruptcy and winding-up petitions.
• Maintain accurate case records and deadlines.
• Collaborate with senior team members and support the litigation function.
• Contribute to growth of the legal department.

Skills

Litigation

Debt recovery

Civil procedure

Dispute resolution

Job description

Role: Litigation & Debt Recovery Litigator
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Full time, permanent,
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Litigator / Litigation & Debt Recovery Executive to join a growing and dynamic legal team specialising in debt recovery, defended litigation and dispute resolution.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their litigation experience within a busy and supportive legal environment. You will assist with and manage a varied caseload of defended matters across small claims, fast-track and multi-track proceedings, gaining exposure to the full litigation process from initial assessment through to resolution.
The role would suit a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing a busy caseload and getting involved in the practical day-to-day progression of litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and progressing a caseload of defended litigation matters across small claims, fast-track and multi-track proceedings.
• Assisting with the review of pre-legal accounts and assessing the suitability of matters for litigation and recovery.
• Drafting and preparing pleadings, witness statements, applications and other court documentation.
• Preparing and reviewing trial bundles and supporting the progression of matters towards hearings and trial.
• Liaising with clients to provide updates on case progress, recovery prospects and potential next steps.
• Communicating with courts, enforcement agents, insolvency practitioners and other external parties to progress matters efficiently.
• Assisting with insolvency-related work, including Bankruptcy Petitions and Winding Up Petitions.
• Dealing with Return of Goods claims and related enforcement activity.
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring deadlines and follow-up actions are managed effectively.
• Working closely with more senior members of the team and supporting the wider litigation function.
• Contributing to the continued growth and development of the legal department.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a motivated and commercially aware legal professional with an interest in developing a career within litigation and debt recovery.
You will ideally have some experience of litigation, debt recovery, civil procedure or dispute resolution, although candidates with a strong legal background and a genuine interest in moving into litigation will also be considered.
You should be confident communicating with clients and third parties, well organised and comfortable working to deadlines within a high-volume environment. A practical, proactive approach and a willingness to learn will be key to succeeding in the role.
Experience in debt recovery, defended litigation, insolvency or commercial recoveries would be advantageous, but full support and development will be available.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Complimentary tea and coffee
• Standard sick pay
• Standard parental leave

About the Business

CRA Consulting are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and expanding organisation located just outside Sheffield City Centre.
Part of a wider UK group employing over 500 people nationwide, the business specialises in debt recovery and litigation services, supporting a broad portfolio of retail, banking and commercial clients.
The organisation provides commercially focused recovery solutions while also working with individuals to help achieve manageable repayment outcomes. The legal team operates within a busy, collaborative environment, providing an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage of their litigation career to build their experience and develop their skills.

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.