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Litigation Solicitor - Remote - 3 years + PQE Lester Aldridge is seeking an experienced solicitor to work within our highly regarded Litigation and Recoveries team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a successful team with high-profile clients. As a creditor-led service, we offer unique strategies for the management and collection of debt & asset portfolios. Our skills deliver commercial and practical knowledge and assistance. We offer bespoke case management, and fully integrational MI analysis and reporting. We pride ourselves in embracing emerging technologies to drive efficiencies. We are not just a law firm. We recognise that more needs to be delivered. We have a clear focus on industry demands and regulatory obligations, making us a secure and trusted partner to work with. We deliver industry and regulatory updates and offer training to our clients, enhancing the value of our partnerships. Your role will be to act for finance houses, banks, other lenders and commercial entities in effecting the recovery of outstanding debts and assets, and dealing with associated litigation. You will need to be able to demonstrate your experience in Defended Litigation and have a strong background in Consumer Credit Asset Finance. Your Responsibilities • Manage a case load independently and advise clients in writing, by telephone and in person., • Progress litigation cases on the small, fast and multi-track from pre issue through to enforcement., • Draft documents including but not limited to pleadings, evidence, other relevant court documentation and correspondence with all parties., • Advise clients as to strategy and commercial approach., • Involvement in client reporting requirements., • Respond to enquiries from new clients giving further information about LA services and cross reference to other relevant fee earners where appropriate., • Research new issues to find appropriate and creative solutions for clients., • Comply with and promote firm-wide/Solicitors Regulation Authority procedures, for example, compliance, HR and accounts., • Support, promote and build relationships with colleagues., • Act as a role model and mentor to junior members of the firm., • Involvement in business development and marketing., • Keep current with the latest legal knowledge and working practices., • Promote our core values – clients, people, teamwork and progressiveness. What We Offer We are open to a variety of working patterns - with opportunities for part-time working on a hybrid basis. We are also open to compressed working patterns. We are open to discussions about remote working with occasional visits to our Bournemouth hub. In addition, you will receive: • Competitive Salary: Aligned with experience and industry standards., • Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage., • Life Cover, • Training & Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth., • Generous Leave: 25 days holiday plus your birthday off., • Perks & Benefits: Access to Perkbox and a contributory pension.

Credit Controller, Rochdale 25 hours per week FTE: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum PTE: £18,760 - £21,100 per annum Our client is currently looking for an experienced Credit Controller , 25 hours per week, for a Solicitors firm based in Rochdale. You will manage and control all their credit processes, ensuring timely billing and collection of fees, reducing debtor days, and ensure they comply with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounting Rules, as well as work closely with the FD and Managing Partner to ensure strong cash flow management is maintained and managed. Responsibilities Include: Credit Control and Debt Management: Monitor and manage the firm's debtor's ledger daily. Proactively chasing outstanding invoices by telephone, email, and letter. Agree and monitor payment plans (in line with guidelines agreed with MD / FD). Escalate aged or disputed debt in line in a timely manner. Prepare debt reports and commentary for management meetings. Billing and Fee Earner Support: Liaise closely with MD and fee earning Solicitors regarding unpaid invoices. Ensure there is a robust billing process in place and review / update it as needed. Ensure bills are issued promptly in line with client care letters and fee agreements. Investigate and resolve billing queries efficiently and professionally. Compliance and Risk: Implement robust credit control processes in compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and internal accounts policies. Monitor adherence to credit limits and terms and escalate concerns as needed to the Managing Director. Identify potential bad debt risks and flag concerns to management. Maintain accurate audit trails and records. Client Relationships: Communicate with clients in a professional, tactful, and client-focused manner, at all times. Balance firm cash-flow management whilst maintaining good client relationships. Handle all credit / finance matters sensitive with discretion. Reporting and General Office Administration: Produce regular aged debt reports and cash-flow forecasts. Maintain accurate records of all contact and recovery activity. Support the client facing team with the smooth on / off boarding of clients and client feedback. Assist with month-end procedures as required. Support continuous improvement of credit control processes. Provide ad-hoc admin / general office support as needed, to assist with the smooth day to day running of the practice (e.g. overseeing aspects of health and safety, stock / stationery ordering, answering calls, optimising the use of in-house systems etc.). Ideal Candidate: Must have 3+ years previous credit control experience (professional services or legal sector preferred). Professional, resilient, and calm when handling difficult conversations. Confident working in a stand-alone role. Happy to be office based in Rochdale Town Centre location. Diplomatic, tactful, trust-worthy and discreet. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Great attention to detail and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload, escalating concerns as needed. Competent user of accounting systems and Microsoft Excel. What's on Offer: Great opportunity to be part of a growing legal practice. Opportunity to work in a busy, demanding but collaborative, supportive team culture. TPBN1_UKTJ