Trainee Debt Recovery Paralegal

Are you ready to be part of a WINNing team at Winn Group, a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services?

We're on the lookout for ambitious individuals to join our Debt Recovery team as Paralegals. This opportunity is designed for

recent graduates or individuals keen on launching a rewarding career within our esteemed law firm. Your input will be crucial in enhancing the quality of service we offer to our valued clients and stakeholders.

At Winn Group, we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non‑fault accidents. As the parent company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and The Law Society’s Personal Injury Accreditation Scheme, as specialist practitioners.

We prioritise your well‑being and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, and well‑being, and fosters your growth.

This role is Full Time based on 40 Hours per week. The Working Pattern for this role is Monday to Friday, and standard working hours are 8.00am to 5.00pm, with flexibility around start and finish times. The office is open between 7.00am and 7.00pm. There would be an expectation of one late shift per week up to 7.00pm. We are also fully office based in Byker, Newcastle.

• As a Trainee Debt Recovery Paralegal, you will be responsible for maintaining an active case load with the aim of ensuring maximum client conversion and debt recovery.
• Carrying out residency and other searches. Assessing Debtors’ ability to pay.
• Support with Debtor negotiations.
• Commencement of the Pre‑Action Protocols.
• Assist with drafting Court documents to include Part 7 Proceedings, Applications for Attachments of Earnings Orders and Charging Orders.
• Assist with drafting Witness Statements.
• Assist with preparing cases for Trial.
• Support with debt recovery litigation.
• Liaising with in house legal Teams and other Businesses within Winn Group.
• Instructing and liaising with external agencies.
• Ensure compliance with Information Security Policies including data confidentiality and the operational security of the Information Systems used.
• To ensure you uphold the Core Values of Winn Group.
• Any ad hoc or additional duties as deemed fit and appropriate by the Management Team for this post and the associated level of responsibility attached to it.

Competitive Base Salary of £25,396.80, with a monthly bonus structure!

25 days Holiday Allowance, plus bank holidays and an additional birthday holiday too!

Buy or Sell 5 Holidays per year (subject to eligibility).

Additional Holidays for long service.

SQE Apprenticeships and Training Contracts (subject to application process).

On‑site Parking (subject to availability).

Bike to Work Scheme (T&Cs apply)

Pension Scheme contribution (T&Cs apply)

Wellbeing Support such as Virtual GP, Bereavement Support and Discounted Health Checks.

And more!

To succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must‑have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can make a difference to our team and business.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to interact with debtors in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Experience in working towards deadlines and performance objectives.
• Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives.
• Experience in demonstrating effective team working.
• Cooperative and flexible approach.
• Ability to identify where problems may arise and adopt a solution focused approach.
• Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills.
• IT literate.
• Commitment to own personal development.

If you feel this role is the right fit for you, then Apply Now!

If your application meets our criteria, a member of HR will be in contact to…