Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Location: Sheffield

Salary: £23,000 - £27,000 (DOE) + monthly bonus potential up to £300
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our client during a period of growth in the business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a solid background in legal collections who is looking to further develop their career in litigation. You will be responsible for managing a defended caseload and working with clients, courts, and enforcement agencies to pursue legal action for debt recovery.

Key Responsibilities of a Litigation Paralegal

• Personal management of a defended caseload via a case management system.
• Review high-value or complex pre-legal debts to assess suitability for legal action.
• Pursue defended claims through small claims, fast track including drafting pleadings, witness statements, and preparing court bundles.
• Advise and liaise with clients on legal matters, assess prospects for successful recovery, and assist with overcoming disputes or reasons for non-payment.
• Work with courts, enforcement agencies, and external suppliers to maintain high service standards.
• Handle bankruptcy and winding-up petitions, as well as return of goods claims.
• Perform additional legal duties as required.

Requirements of a Litigation Paralegal

• A law degree is preferred, along with practical experience in legal collections.
• Previous experience managing a defended caseload, particularly in the Small Claims Track, is highly advantageous.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to adapt quickly to new systems.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to negotiate solutions with customers.
• Confident in making and receiving telephone calls, with clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Target-driven with a track record of achieving success and earning based on performance.
• Confidence to deal with a variety of people in different situations.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Life assurance plan.
• Onsite parking.

If you have the relevant experience and are looking for the next step in your legal career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join a growing team in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for progression!