Job Title: ParalegalLocation: GuildfordSalary: £22,000 – £24,000 per annum dependent on experienceJob Type: Full Time, PermanentThe Company:Lovetts Solicitors is an innovative, market-leading law firm who specialise in commercial debt recovery and litigation.
Based in modern offices on the outskirts of Guildford with ample free parking, there is a vacancy within their focused, but friendly Legal department.The Role:A Paralegal is required to join our fast-growing business that provides a fast and effective debt recovery service to our clients.
Ideally you will have experience of debt recovery, but this is not essential as training will be provided.Key ObjectivesTo assist in increasing clients' recoveries year on year by advising clients in an understandable way the best course of action required to maximise recovery of debt, costs and compensation.
Assisting in increasing sales in the department by client retention, extension into associated companies and identifying opportunities to deliver additional services of value to them.
Comply with all service levels and ensuring client's receive the best possible service, whilst assisting the rest of the team in doing the same.Responsibilities Advising clients on debt recovery procedures and appropriate options and keeping clients updated as to the progress of their casePreparing court papers quickly and accuratelyLiaising with debtors in relation to the recovery of sums owedMaking and answering telephone callsImplementing actions prompted by daily diarySupporting other members of the teamAccurate and timely processing of instructions received Knowledge, Skills & Experience:Knowledge: Preferably, but not essential, experience of debt recovery law and Civil Procedure Rules/other court practices Skills: Ability to organise and prioritise work in situations that can include time pressure, interruptions and other causes of stressComputer literacy and keyboard skillsGood communication, both written and oralBeing able to work on own initiative and to retain a sense of humour in times of pressureAbility to build and develop good relationships with clientsCreativity in collecting money and legal practice Benefits: Flexible working – ability to be office based or remotely subject to agreement.Quarterly bonusEmployee benefit programme, including discounts at various high street brands.Regular staff eventsEmployee Assistance Programme NO AGENCIES