Legal Executive

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Executive to manage defended Small Claims matters within a busy UK B2B debt collection agency.

Responsibilities

* Managing defended Small Claims Track cases from defence through to conclusion

* Reviewing pleadings and court documents

* Liaising with clients, partnered solicitors , and external agents

* Handling directions, deadlines, and case progression

* Supporting enforcement action post-judgment (e.g. warrants, attachments, charging orders)

* Maintaining accurate case management system records

* Managing invoices and statement of accounts for clients and debtors

* Reporting into Head of Collections

* Supporting the Collections team when necessary

* Drafting Statutory Demands for directors approval

* Managing enforcement actions with partnered Solicitors

Essential Requirements:

* Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant/Executive

* Hands-on experience managing Small Claims defences

* Strong knowledge of CPR, court procedures, and litigation deadlines

* Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and written communication skills

* Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently

* Good legal process understanding

Desirable:

* Experience with Fast Track defences

* Practical experience of enforcement actions

* Background in debt recovery or volume litigation environments

Benefits:

* Competitive salary (DOE)

* Opportunity to work in a fast-paced growing debt collection company with aggressive expansion plans

* Career progression within a fast growing debt recovering agency with opportunity to grow your own team

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

* Casual dress

* Gym membership

* On-site parking

Work Location:

In person