Solicitor

Bristow and Sutor Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristow and Sutor Group recherche un Solliciteur ou un Juriste Certifié pour gérer des cas juridiques dans un environnement dynamique à Sheffield. Vous aurez la responsabilité de traiter des créances, de conseiller les clients et de poursuivre une récupération réussie. Un bon salaire de base est offert, accompagné d'incitations basées sur la performance et de diverses prestations sociales.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Formation continue et développement professionnel

Plan de vie de l'entreprise

Stationnement sur site

Rafraîchissements quotidiens

Fruits offerts

Qualifications

• Expérience pratique en recouvrement juridique.
• Préférence pour expérience en gestion de cas défendus sur la Small Claims Track.
• Capacité à travailler sous pression et à atteindre des objectifs.

Responsibilities

• Gestion personnelle d'un cas défendu via un système de gestion de cas.
• Revue de dettes complexes pour déterminer la pertinence d'une action en justice.
• Conseils et communication avec les clients sur les questions juridiques.

Skills

Problem solving

Clear communication

Confidence in telephone calls

IT skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent legal qualifications

Job description

Company Description

As part of our growth plans, Credit Style are looking are looking to strengthen our team based in offices just north of Sheffield City Centre with the appointment of a Solicitor and/or Chartered Legal Executive. We are part of the Bristow & Sutor Group – employing over 500 people, in debt recovery, throughout the UK.

Basic salary is from £28,000 up to £45,000 (depending on experience) + monthly bonus potential of up to £300.

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 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.

Other information

This a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, based in our Sheffield offices (S3 postcode area).

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 of working Hybrid will be considered
• Onsite Parking
• Daily Hot & Cold Refreshments including Fruit Offering

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

Bristow and Sutor Group is an equal opportunities employer. It promotes a culture where diversity is valued, respected and built upon, attracts and retains a workforce based on merit and ability and is reflective of the communities it is part of.

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