Job Description

Company Description

Ascent is one of the UK's largest specialist debt recovery law firms with an excellent reputation in the market dealing with debt recovery, mediation, litigation, field services, enforcement, and mortgage lender services.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Solicitor to join our Non-Standard Litigation Team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Role Profile

As a Solicitor, you will be responsible for providing high-quality legal advice and representation to the firm's clients. You will be expected to manage your caseload with professionalism and efficiency, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards of accuracy and in full compliance with client service level agreements (SLAs).

key responsibilities

Take initial instructions from clients and to advise on the legal actions Deal with litigation matters independently Give legal advice to achieve appropriate resolutions for the clients. Keep clients updated regularly on case progression Ensure all key litigation deadlines are always met 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. Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Experience in Secured/Unsecured debt recovery litigation Full control and conduct of several cases/deals including complex matters Experienced in drafting of legal documentation

Benefits

A Competitive benefits package including: Hybrid working model Company Pension Scheme 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (We have a buying holiday scheme that allows you to buy additional holidays during the annual holiday year) Health cash plan Critical illness cover Discounted legal services Season ticket loans Discounted online shopping Discounted gym memberships Cycle to work

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.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Gym membership Life insurance Paid volunteer time Referral programme
Application question(s):

Do you have any CCJ's, voluntary arrangements or are you currently bankrupt? Do you have any unspent criminal convictions? Do you have experience working in financial services?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person