A Debt Recovery Paralegal is required for this full service legal 200 law firm based in central Birmingham.
Our client provides a high level of service throughout their practice, which is consistently reflected in their Google reviews.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a focus on providing outstanding service to their clients, will be confident with IT, and will be capable of working under their own initiative (albeit, naturally, with appropriate supervision). Hybrid work is available after the probation period.
Defended & Disputed Debt Matters
• Manage a portfolio of defended and disputed accounts from initial query through to resolution.
• Review evidence, draft legal documentation, and assess case prospects.
• Prepare court documents including defences, witness statements, applications, consent orders, and pre-action correspondence.
• Liaise directly with clients to provide advice on case strategy, settlement negotiations, and evidential requirements.
• Prepare cases for hearings, mediation, and settlement conferences.
Insolvency
• Handle individual and corporate insolvency processes including: Bankruptcy petitions, Winding-up petitions, Statutory demands and engagement with IVA/CVA proposals
• Liaise with insolvency practitioners, official receivers, courts, and clients.
• Track statutory deadlines and ensure compliance with relevant Insolvency Rules.
• Advise clients on how insolvency affects enforcement and recovery prospects.
Enforcement
• Advise clients on the most appropriate enforcement options following judgment, considering proportionality, debtor circumstances, and cost effectiveness.
• Prepare and issue applications for warrants/Writs of Control (County Court & High Court)/Attachment of Earnings Orders/Charging Orders (interim and final)/Third Party Debt Orders/Orders to Attend Court for questioning
• Liaise with High Court Enforcement Officers, County Court bailiffs, and third-party agencies.
• Investigate assets, employment status, and financial standing to inform enforcement strategy.
• Provide clear written advice on expected outcomes, Risks and limitations of each enforcement, method/Timescales and potential costs
• Monitor enforcement progress, ensuring prompt handling of queries, notices, and results.
• Identify when enforcement is unlikely to be viable and advise on alternative or pragmatic solutions.
Compliance
• Ensure adherence to the Civil Procedure Rules, Insolvency Act/Rules, and all relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain accurate records on case management systems and ensure all time, notes, and actions are captured.
Business Development & Client Engagement
• The Paralegal will support the team’s business development activity by attending industry events, client meetings and networking sessions as required. The role includes preparing for events, contributing to follow-up actions, and supporting the development of new and existing business initiatives. support the wider team and assist with work as required;
Skills and experience
• Have a positive approach to teamwork and an ability to develop relationships
• Have the ability to adapt to a broad range of circumstances and remain calm under pressure
• Have flexibility to achieve the Team and Organisation’s goals and vision.
• Have a strong desire to learn and widen knowledge
• Have the ability to act independently to a reasonably high level, but also to work with more experienced partners and fee earners on more complex and specialised matters, as required
• Have experience of building relationships with both new and existing clients and professionals, as well as a natural ability to promote marketing and business development initiatives in a dynamic way
• Possess good communication skills in order to explain legal matters clearly to clients
• Be discrete and have the ability to respect client confidentiality
• Be able to tackle tasks in a structured manner to ensure completion to a high standard
• Demonstrate solid organisation and time management skills
• Have experience of working in a team and the ability to develop relationships with colleagues
If you’re a Commercial Property Solicitor or Legal Executive ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus Stevens Senior Recruiter at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37741.
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