Simpson Judge
Debt Recovery Paralegal
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Debt Recovery Paralegal
Location: Northampton
Salary: Up to £28k
About the Role
An excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded legal practice as a Debt Recovery Paralegal. You will join a professional and supportive team, managing a varied caseload and providing an efficient, high-quality service to a diverse client base. The role offers the opportunity to develop strong experience across debt recovery, litigation, and enforcement within a busy legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of debt recovery matters from instruction through to resolution.
- Draft letters before action, legal correspondence, and court documentation.
- Progress County Court claims and assist with enforcement proceedings.
- Liaise with clients, debtors, courts, solicitors, and third parties.
- Negotiate payment arrangements and settlements where appropriate.
- Monitor case progression, payments, and key deadlines.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation.
- Provide regular updates to clients and ensure a high standard of client service.
- Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, court rules, and internal procedures.
- Work effectively within a busy team while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
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Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience within debt recovery, litigation, or a legal environment.
- Good understanding of debt recovery and County Court procedures.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage a busy caseload and work effectively to deadlines.
- Confident dealing with clients, debtors, and other professional contacts.
- Strong IT and case management system skills.
- Professional, commercially aware, and client-focused approach.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
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