Paralegal & Remedial Officer

Rykom Finance Corp.; Pasig; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 446,400; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company located in Metro Manila is seeking a qualified Paralegal to provide legal and remedial support for debt recovery processes. The ideal candidate will prepare and organize legal documents, maintain case files, and liaise with legal entities. Qualifications include a degree in a related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage sensitive information are essential. This role offers an opportunity to engage in significant legal and administrative duties in collections.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in collections, legal support, or remedial/credit recovery roles (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents related to debt recovery.
• Maintain and update case files for litigation and enforcement matters.
• Liaise with external lawyers, courts, and enforcement agencies.
• Track legal deadlines, court dates, and case progress.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with debt collection laws.

Skills

Strong understanding of debt collection and legal recovery processes

Excellent organizational and documentation skills

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Proficiency in MS Office and case management systems

Education

Diploma or Degree in Paralegal Studies, Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Legal & Paralegal Support

• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents related to debt recovery, including demand letters, notices, pleadings, and affidavits
• Maintain and update case files for litigation, arbitration, and enforcement matters
• Liaise with external lawyers, courts, and enforcement agencies regarding collection cases
• Track legal deadlines, court dates, and case progress
• Assist in ensuring compliance with debt collection laws, regulations, and internal policies

Remedial & Collections Support

• Assist in developing and implementing remedial action plans for delinquent or non-performing accounts
• Monitor overdue accounts and support recovery strategies such as restructuring, settlements, or payment plans
• Prepare reports on recovery performance, delinquency trends, and remedial outcomes
• Follow up with debtors professionally and in accordance with legal guidelines
• Support asset recovery, repossession, or enforcement actions where applicable

Administrative & Reporting Duties

• Maintain accurate records and databases related to collections and legal cases
• Prepare management reports, summaries, and status updates
• Coordinate correspondence with debtors, legal representatives, and internal departments
• Support audits and internal reviews related to collections and remedial actions

  Administrative & Reporting Duties

  • Maintain accurate records and databases related to collections and legal cases
  • Prepare management reports, summaries, and status updates
  • Coordinate correspondence with debtors, legal representatives, and internal departments
  • Support audits and internal reviews related to collections and remedial actions

  Qualifications & Skills

  Education

  • Diploma or Degree in Paralegal Studies, Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field

  Experience

  • 1–3 years of experience in collections, legal support, or remedial/credit recovery roles (preferred)

  Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of debt collection and legal recovery processes
  • Excellent organizational and documentation skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
  • Proficiency in MS Office and case management systems