OverviewAbout the Company and Team: Credit Style are strengthening our small friendly and supportive litigation team based in offices just north of Sheffield City Centre with the appointment of a dynamic litigation Solicitor and/or Chartered Legal Executive. We are part of the Bristow & Sutor Group – employing over 500 people, in debt recovery, throughout the UK.Job Details: Basic salary is from £32,000 up to £42,000 (depending on experience) + monthly bonus potential of up to £300. This is a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, based in our Sheffield offices (S3 postcode area).What you’ll doPersonal Management of a Defended caseload via a case management systemReview High Value or Complex pre-legal debts to assess suitability for and proceeding with legal actionsPursue defended claims through small claims, fast track, intermediate track and multi-track by drafting pleadings, witness statements and producing court bundlesAdvise and liaise with clients on legal matters, offering prospects for successful recovery, making recommendations on strategy and assisting with overcoming disputes and reasons for non-payment on a case-by-case basis. Attention to detail is imperative, along with an ability to analyse multiple facts.Work with courts, enforcement agencies and other suppliers to ensure high standards of service are maintained at all timesWork streams can include but are not limited to – breach of contract; Insolvency Action - Bankruptcy/Winding Up Petitions; Return of Goods Claims. Such other duties as may be requiredCommitment to continuous learning, and may include giving training, and being involved in providing feedback on service quality, if it is of interest to you.We are always looking to take on new work streams, so niche work experience is also welcome and encouraged.RequirementsTo be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate: A law degree (or equivalent legal qualifications) and have previous practical experience of debt collection, and be a SolicitorPrevious experience in running a Defended caseload on the Small Claims Track is preferredGood IT skills – able to adapt and use new systems.Problem solving skills - able to look for solutions and agree these with customers.Be an interactive team member, enthusiastic, with a willingness to support colleagues and recognise when to accept helpConfidence in making and receiving telephone calls.Clear communication capabilities – both written and verbal.The ability to work to targets – earning more based on success.To thrive on working to tight deadlinesConfidence to deal with a variety of people at different levels in different situations.An ability to give and accept feedback in a professional manner as expected in a law firm.Service quality is key to our business and we expect all employees to strive to achieve excellence whilst accepting short fallings can occur, which are dealt with in an open and supportive manner.Other informationSalary and Benefits:Welcoming work environment Colleague Perks schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeBirthday holiday allowanceCompetitive base salary with performance-based incentives.Company Pension SchemeOngoing training and professional development opportunities.Company Life Assurance PlanAfter 6 months the opportunity of working Hybrid will be consideredOnsite ParkingDaily Hot & Cold Refreshments including Fruit Offering#INDHP #J-18808-Ljbffr