Job Description

This is a 12-Month FTC role

A bit about Ascent

We are part of the Irwin Mitchell Group, specialising in secured/unsecured debt recovery and litigation services.

At Ascent we place the customer at the heart of our operations, ensuring that within our customers most vulnerable times, we offer the support they deserve. You will play a huge part in the ongoing success of Ascent by undertaking work as necessary and directed on client matters; providing quality legal advice and other legal services to clients on secured debt recovery cases.

What we offer you

We offer a number of benefits that cover lifestyle, colleague recognition, health & wellbeing and finances. Some of these amazing benefits include:

Hybrid working model (Following initial Training period)
A competitive pension scheme for our colleagues Discounted gym membership with some of our healthcare providers Health cash plan that allows you claim cash back on everyday treatments 25 days holiday (this increases with length of service) plus a buy back holiday scheme Discounts and savings on products & services to support your day-to-day living Life assurance cover Professional membership subscriptions 24/7 digital GP service with our healthcare provider Our discretionary bonus scheme that recognizes individual and team performance across the business

What will your day look like?

Act in litigation for both secured and unsecured matters independently. Be able to give legal advice to achieve appropriate resolutions for the clients. Keep clients updated regularly on case progression. To run the files allocated in accordance with the firm's and department's set procedures. To meet all cost/fee targets where set Be able to use internal case management systems Ensure all key litigation deadlines are always met Adherence to risk, compliance and data accuracy. Ensure quality legal advice is provided and compliance with the firm's policies and procedures. Attend and contribute to team/practice area meetings and comply with directions/decisions made to ensure team objectives achieved. Keep up to date with changes in relevant law and practice and attend appropriate training events to ensure up to date legal knowledge and best practice. Participate in relevant practice development initiatives and events to promote and develop the firm's practice. Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working

Our Candidate Requirements

We expect our Solicitors to follow these conduct rules:

Act with integrity Act with due care, skill and diligence Be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly Observe proper standards of market conduct

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience

You should have a current practising certificate Atleast 1 year PQE dealing with complex litigation cases, particularly debt recovery, property litigation, financial services Experience in client Interviewing and giving authoritative legal advice in specialist area Researching of legal & other topics/issues to maintain expertise Experience in analysing legal problems, providing interpretation and making recommendations Leading and participating in practice development Experience in drafting of legal documentation Full control and conduct of a number of cases/deals

Further Information

As part of the Ascent on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, existing employees, clients, partners and other stakeholders.

*The role will be based from our Manchester office with typical requirement to work from the office 3 days per week.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 45,000.00-53,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Loyalty bonus Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Store discount Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have any CCJ's, voluntary arrangements or are you currently bankrupt? Do you have any unspent criminal convictions? What is your current notice period? Are you aware that this role is 12 Months Fixed Term?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M2

Reference ID: 5000