Solicitor

MPJ Recruitment Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their debt recovery team in Sheffield. This full-time role involves managing a defended caseload, advising clients, and pursuing claims through various legal tracks. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and opportunities for ongoing professional development. With a supportive environment and the potential for hybrid working after six months, this position is perfect for legal professionals looking to make a significant impact in their field.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Ongoing training and professional development

Company Life Assurance Plan

Onsite Parking

Daily hot & cold refreshments

Fruit offerings

Qualifications

• A law degree and practical experience in legal collection are essential.
• Experience in managing a defended caseload on the Small Claims Track is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defended caseload and advise clients on legal matters.
• Draft pleadings and produce court bundles for various claims.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Clear communication skills

Good IT skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent legal qualifications

Tools

Case management system

Job description

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I am currently looking to recruit a Solicitor and/or Chartered Legal Executive for my client’s debt recovery team based in Sheffield.

Basic salary is up to £45,000 (depending on experience) + monthly bonus.

Position

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.
• Insolvency action - Bankruptcy/Winding Up Petitions.
• Return of Goods Claims.
• 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 previous practical experience in legal collection; 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 to and use new systems.
• Problem-solving skills - able to find solutions and discuss these with customers.
• Confidence in making and receiving telephone calls.
• Clear communication skills - both written and verbal.
• The ability to work towards targets - earning more based on success.
• Confidence to deal with a variety of people in different situations.

Other information

This is a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, based in our Sheffield office.

Salary and 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 for hybrid working will be considered.
• Onsite Parking.
• Daily hot & cold refreshments, including fruit offerings.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS and CCJ check, along with other background checks, before an offer of employment is made.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services