Our client, top credit management company in Southern Africa is looking for legal consultants to join their team. Job Purpose: The successful candidate/s will be required to provide legal support and advice to members of the internal Specialised Collections unit. They will be required to plan, execute and manage legal actions in co-ordination to improve on collections success. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Under the management / direction of the Legal Team Manager, the appointed Paralegal will have the following responsibilities (including but not limited to):  Provide internal legal support services and advice to members of Specialized Collection Unit.  Assist Case Agents with direct debt collections negotiations and escalation of cases for review by High Priority Case Panel.  Engage and manage external legal support to execute legal actions where required.  Execution of legal actions in line with agreed collections strategy inclusive but not limited to: o Drafting of legal letters / agreements o Executing legal process actions i.e. Sections 129 & 345, summons, judgements and Warrants of Execution o Preparation of clear comprehensive briefs with required support documents to engage external legal support. o Plan, execute and manage legal actions in co-ordination to improve collections success.  Initiation to finalisation of foreclosure process  Ad-hoc duties REQUIREMENTS:SKILLS:  Strong attention to detail  Ability to build strong working relationships (internal/external) and effectively communicate with colleagues and customers / clients at all levels  A pro-active team player – works well in a team and contributes to the team success  Initiative and able to work with little direction and take ownership of responsibilities  Problem solving skills  Persuasive / influencing skills  High degree of accuracy  Legal qualification (diploma or degree preferred) or studying towards a legal qualification  2 – 5 years debt collections, credit/banking or commercial legal experience  Knowledge and experience in civil litigation (collections)  Knowledge and experience in Corporate law is essential  Experience in foreclosures will be an added advantage  Legal compliance and risk management  Case management, preparation of case recommendations and legal briefs  Computer Literate (MS Office) an intermediate level (Knowledge on Excel is compulsory) To be discussed - dependent on skills and experience Apply Now

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