Legal Executive

1 week ago

Exeter, United Kingdom Office Angels Full time

We're seeking an experienced Legal Executive, or Paralegal for an asset finance company in the South West. Perhaps you're looking to leave practice behind and bring your skill set to an autonomous role in a forward-thinking company?

**JOB TITLE**:Legal Executive

**LOCATION**: Modern offices in beautiful surroundings on the outskirts of Exeter with great transport links and onsite parking

**SALARY**: Up to £40,000 DOE

**HOURS**: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm

**BENEFITS**:Excellent benefits package including competitive company pension scheme, private medical cover, excellent working environment and free parking.

**THE COMPANY**: This is a prestigious, independent, forward-thinking finance company on the outskirts of Exeter, with easy access from the M5 and Exeter. Their modern office in a highly desirable location, is perfect for running and bike ridingat lunch or likewise making the most of the cafe / retail facilities nearby. This firm was established almost 50 years ago and has grown to offer services to impressive clients right across the UK.

**THE ROLE**:You will play a pivotal part in the company providing legal support and assistance as and when required, working in partnership with the internal collections department and external solicitors, along with the wider team. You willbe working on contested and uncontested claims, insolvency proceedings, and maintaining full and accurate records in the Case Management System.

**Duties include**:

- Opening and maintaining files on the case management system
- Preparing letters before action and other demands, in compliance with relevant Procedure Rules and Protocols
- Preparing Claim Forms and Particulars of Claim
- Running Small Claims case load including uncontested and contested claims
- Preparing and running Charging Order Applications
- Preparing and running Third-Party Debt Order Applications
- Considering the Defence to the Claim and preparing a Reply where appropriate
- Preparing and filing Directions Questionnaires
- Arranging and dealing with Court Mediation Appointments
- Preparing documents for disclosure, drafting Disclosure Statements and Lists for review by the Head of Legal
- Preparing Witness Statements and Exhibits in accordance with relevant Rules and Practice Directions
- Preparing for and attending Pre-trial reviews where required
- Preparing Trial and other Hearing Bundles
- Instructing Court Agents or Counsel for hearings and/or trials
- Instructing Court Agents or Counsel to attend hearings
- Implementing and monitoring of payment arrangements in accordance with the Legal team's policies
- Maintaining full and accurate records in the Case Management System, including attendance notes, correspondence, advice and records of payments received
- Regular reporting of case progress to the Managing Director

**YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**:

- Experience as a Legal Executive or Paralegal
- A willingness to pro-actively manage a caseload and to engage with debtor's and other stakeholders is essential
- A team worker with the drive to ensure that the Legal Team's contribution to the wider business is effective
- Excellent communication skills and a focus on exceptional client care

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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