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Head of Litigation

Private Practice/In-House

Preston

Permanent ⁄ £30000 - £45000

Updated October 26, 2008

Based in our clients Preston office this role would ideally suit a hard-working FILEX with extensive expertise in Debt Recovery, Litigation and Enforcement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong customer-orientated individual to build and manage an in-house legal practice, and to help our client deliver their vision. You will have daily liaison with our clients Board of blue chip credit grantors handling volume Debt Recovery, including pre-legal collections, litigation and enforcement.

Who we're looking for
The ideal candidate will have excellent client care and client relationship skills and knowledge of:

• working in a successful legal team
• business development & marketing
• handling debt collection litigation procedures technical knowledge of CPR, court processes and enforcements
• handling insolvency proceedings
• operating case management systems
• working closely with clients & referrers to provide innovative solutions
• good inter-personal & organisational skills
• an excellent telephone manner
• proven negotiation skills

Flexibility and the commitment to work in a managerial role with involvement as an integral part of a professional team are essential.Full training will be given.

About our client
Through the various mergers our client have produced an integrated business with the resources and infrastructure to serve clients on a national basis whilst retaining the client service standards to be expected of a local practice. The Preston role is an in-house opportunity backed up with the support of the private practice firm.

What's on offer
The right applicant will be rewarded with a competitive salary.

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on 0151 236 1242. Job Ref: 13001481
Your application will be sent to Martin Vowden.