Job Description

Launch your legal career in debt recovery litigation - no experience needed, just drive, curiosity and a passion for law.

Are you looking to break into the legal profession? We're offering a unique opportunity for an ambitious individual to join our Debt Recovery Litigation team as a Paralegal. No previous legal experience is necessary - we are more interested in your mindset than your CV.

If you are curious, proactive, and interested in the legal process - particularly in helping businesses and individuals recover what they are owed - we want to hear from you. We'll provide full training, and if you are open to gaining formal legal qualifications (e.g. CILEX, SQE), we are happy to support you on that journey.

Who are we?

Kearns Solicitors is a Legal 500 leading firm for debt recovery, with a wealth of expertise in volume and contested debt recovery litigation. Kearns has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice and strong client service. Kearns is a member of KLS, the rapidly growing group of leading European debt recovery law firms with operations in Italy and Poland, as well as Caerphilly and Reading in the UK.

What you'll do

The Paralegal will be supporting the firm's Solicitors in the following activities:

Processing a high volume of contested debt recovery cases in line with client Service Level Agreements.

Assessing prospects of success of a claim at regular intervals and producing appropriate case plans to achieve desirable outcomes.

Managing own caseload providing advice to clients from instruction to hearing / settlement and actively managing own diary to stay on top of key dates.

Drafting and preparing witness statements, statements of costs and preparing court bundles.

Corresponding with clients, customers, and third parties at key stages throughout the legal process to provide updates.

Drafting all documentation in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules and the Solicitors Regulation Authority Code of Conduct.

What we're looking for:

A genuine interest in debt recovery and the legal system

Strong communication and organisational skills

An eye for detail and a methodical approach to work

A self-starter who's curious, ambitious, and eager to learn

A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment

What we offer:

Competitive salary

Participation in discretionary annual performance related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave in addition to all Bank Holidays

Birthday Day Off

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loans

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Friendly and supportive working environment including regular social events

Whether you are a recent graduate, changing careers, or looking for a way into law, this role is designed to help you grow from day one.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person