Insolvency and Recoveries - Paralegal (Debt Recovery)

About the role

About your new role PLEASE NOTE: This role is not on the list of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route   Our Insolvency and Recoveries team is experienced in handling all kinds of insolvency and recoveries work nationally. We act on behalf of large corporates, owner managed businesses, public bodies, insurers, professional practices, regulatory bodies and private individuals. We also act on behalf of insolvency practitioners, financial institutions, litigation funders, fixed charge receivers, directors and other stakeholders. Members of all levels of qualification across the team regularly deal with complex, high profile and sensitive issues across a broad range of matters (both contentious and non-contentious) with far reaching implications as well as regulated and unregulated debt recovery from individuals and businesses. The team and many within it are recognised in both Chambers and Legal 500.   We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join our Insolvency and Recoveries team.   This role sits within the Insolvency and Recoveries Team, focusing on Commercial Recoveries. The team undertakes B2B and public sector debt recovery work and to provide support in relation to the team’s other client work as and when required.   To work within the public body and B2B team undertaking various client and public sector debt recovery work. Main duties and responsibilities (subject to skills and experience) include:      Handle money only debt matters and section 146 Notices      Conduct litigation, including issuing claims, obtaining judgments and enforcing judgments      Contact with client, as delegated      Complete MI procedures as required      Achieve set targets/KPIs      Ensure relevant deadlines, compliance and quality measures are adhered to      Comply with relevant Weightmans and client policies and procedures      Work in accordance with Weightmans’ values This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role.   About YouYou will have previous experience as a Paralegal and a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work. As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks. We also require you to have: Essential    Motivated and highly-driven    Excellent IT and typing skills    Excellent communication skills    Excellent time management and organisation skills    Ability to multi-task and prioritise    Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets    Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative  Desirable      Previous experience within a similar role      An understanding of money and return of goods claims If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, then we look forward to receiving your application.Why work for us Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter.   Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK. Join Weightmans as we continue our journey to becoming one of the UK’s top 30 law firms. Why work for us? Take a look: Work for Weightmans: voted a top employer | Weightmans This link contains information regarding Culture, Benefits, D&I, Recruitment Agency PSL/Non PSL and Eligibility to work in the UK information. Work for a firm where people matter – work for Weightmans