Debt Recovery Paralegal

Winn Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North East business is looking for a Debt Recovery Paralegal to manage cases and ensure efficient operations in debt recovery. The role involves carrying out residency searches, negotiating with debtors, and preparing court documents. Candidates should have experience in managing debt loads and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. A competitive salary of £26,400 is offered along with a generous holiday package and employee development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Package

Employee Development

Work-Life Balance

Wellbeing Support

Social and Charitable Events

Qualifications

• Must have experience managing debt cases.
• Ability to work cooperatively and flexibly.
• Proven track record of meeting performance objectives.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out residency and other searches.
• Assessing debtors' ability to pay.
• Negotiating with debtors.
• Issuing Part 7 Proceedings.
• Preparing cases for Trial.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Experience of running a case load of debt

Ability to interact with debtors in a professional manner

Experience of working towards deadlines

Effective teamworking skills

Job description

Salary: £26,400 based on 40 hours per week

Are you ready to be part of a WINNing team at Winn Group, a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management.

We are on the lookout for motivated individual to join our IT team as a Business Analyst. The ideal candidate will be responsible for facilitating and coordinating all aspects of the IT change management process to ensure seamless and efficient changes within the IT infrastructure.

We are on the lookout for a Debt Recovery Paralegal to join our established On Hire team, where your unique blend of skills, personality, and character will be instrumental in elevating the quality of service we provide to our valued clients and stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

At Winn Group, we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. Our mission is simple: to be the best one-stop shop for accident management and rehabilitation.

As the parent company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law. With a 4.8 Star rating by Trustpilot, we provide an excellent service for the client from start to finish.

At Winn Group, we prioritise your wellbeing and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, wellbeing, and fosters your growth.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out residency and other searches.
• Assessing Debtors’ ability to pay.
• Negotiating with Debtors.
• Commencement of the Pre-Action Protocols.
• Issuing Part 7 Proceedings.
• Drafting Court documents, to include applications for Attachment of Earnings Orders and Charging Orders.
• Drafting Witness Statements.
• Preparing cases for Trial.
• Instructing and liaising with external agencies.

What We Offer

·Generous Holiday Package: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility).

·Employee Development: Funded learning initiatives, SQE Apprenticeships, and Training Contracts

(subject to application).

Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, on-site parking (subject to availability), and benefits such as the Corporate Metro Scheme and Bike to Work Scheme

Wellbeing Support: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests.

Social and Charitable Events: Across the year, we host a range of events, including a Christmas party, as well as an Annual Awards Night, plus various fundraising and social events to support our Charity of the Year.

Working Hours

This role is full-time, based on 40 hours per week. The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday.

We are also fully office-based in Byker, Newcastle.

About You

To succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must‑have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can really make a difference to our team and business.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience of running a case load of debt
• Ability to interact with debtors in a professional and appropriate manner
• Experience of working towards deadlines and performance objectives
• Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives
• Experience of demonstrating effective teamworking within a commercial environment
• Cooperative and flexible approach

Next Stepsh3>

If you feel this role is the right fit for you, then Apply Now!

If your application meets our criteria, a member of HR will be in contact to discuss this opportunity further. If you are successful, you will be invited to a face‑to‑face interview.

If you are unsuccessful, you will be notified. However, if you don't receive any communication from us within four weeks of sending your CV, your application was not successful.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Winn Solicitors is one of the country’s leading claims management companies taking care of no win no fee accident claims from start to finish.

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