Litigation Paralegal - Legal Services

Debt Recovery Paralegal We’re looking for a Debt Recovery Paralegal to join our growing Legal team. Reporting into the Debt Recovery Manager, the chosen candidate will proactively manage small claims debt litigation from pre-action to conclusion, including enforcement when necessary. “Proactively manage a caseload of small claims debt litigation from pre-action through to conclusion, including enforcement action when necessary. Negotiate settlements using both formal and informal ADR methods. Resolve complaints submitted to CISAS and, where appropriate, submit a defence to CISAS. Handle claims issued against Chess and managed the conduct of these claims. Have a minimum of 1 year debt litigation experience Have a working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules applicable to Small Claims Basic knowledge of contract law Chess is one of the UK\’s leading independent and trusted technology service providers, employing over 350 skilled people across the UK, supporting over 21,000 UK businesses. Diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of our Chess culture, and we are passionate about our One Team spirit. Our continued focus on growth creates opportunity for everyone to progress their career, to develop knowledge and skills, to gain reward and recognition and to maximise their potential. Enhanced Pay: Maternity, Paternity, Adoption Leave and Shared Parental Leave ~ Access to employee benefits, rewards and recognition platform, Perkbox. This gives you access to hundreds of ‘Perks’ with great discounts. Whether it be days out, your weekly food shop, a clothes shopping spree on the high street and many more. ~ Hybrid working support – Allowance towards a home desk and chair ~ Access to our Future Fit benefits package – including Mental, Physical and Financial support ~20 days paid holiday p.a. plus public holidays. ~ Buy & sell Holiday scheme – 2 opportunities per year to buy or sell up to 5 holidays ~ Additional holidays: A standard week is 37½ Monday to Friday Hybrid working position Allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home whilst also having the option to work from one of our many local hubs spread throughout the UK. Ad-hoc travel to offices within the group and other locations may be required on occasion. Upon submission of your completed application to Chess, either through direct application or speculative, you hereby agree to the processing of your personal information as per the guidelines set out within our Privacy Policy and to allow for the seamless and secure processing of your information throughout Chess’s recruitment and hiring practices.