Job Description
Job description
We are looking for a Paralegal with experience in debt recovery to join our Litigation team. The Paralegal will work closely with the four other Paralegals and Litigation Team Lead to determine case direction and strategy.
About Us
Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes.
We’ve already made several billion in funding available to over 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We’ll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science and a 5-star customer service.
Our culture
We’re expanding fast across our offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt. With all this growth, we’re looking for people who want to learn on the job and lead projects, knowing that your ideas will impact thousands of small businesses.
The role
As iwoca’s Litigation Paralegal, your role will be to:
• Independently draft and serve legal documents, hearing bundles, orders, applications and witness statements
• Cooperate with wider Legal and Collections team to investigate more complex cases and occasionally advise on the appropriate escalation, including insolvency.
• Raise and manage in-house money claims using MCOL or through the CNBC and occasionally attend court to swear affidavits
• Manage and monitor the active litigation and enforcement action taken against a portfolio of users
• Complete Court applications to enforce County Court Judgments including charging orders, oral examinations and High Court Enforcement.
• Manage defended cases and prepare directions questionnaires, witness statements and other evidence required for hearings and trials
• Ensure compliance with all appropriate legislation regulatory body guidelines
• Adhere to our company policies and procedures
• Uphold iwoca’s company reputation at all times
We look for people who are smart, humble, motivated and who are always looking to improve.
Ideally you'll have:
• At least 2 years debt recovery or legal support experience, ideally in the commercial / business sector
• Proven experience of raising and managing money claims
• Experience in business and personal insolvency issues would be hugely beneficial
• Empathy, forbearance and professionalism
• Strong communication skills, confidence and diligence
• Conscientious and thorough, with strong attention to detail
• The ability to deal with a variety of challenges, innovate and think on your feet
Work-life balance is incredibly important at iwoca and we offer flexible working so you can make better use of your free time. This is a hybrid role in which you can split your time between the office and home.
We want to make iwoca a place where everyone feels welcome, where you can confidently be yourself. We understand that inclusivity, and diversity that comes through greater inclusivity, isn't an optional add-on; it's the core ingredient of what makes us great. We care about making iwoca a healthy and happy community for all of our team members to thrive in.
Our Benefits
We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work:
• Offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt.
• Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football…
• Two company retreats a year, we’ve been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield
• Plenty of drinks and snacks in our offices.
We offer a wide range of benefits:
• Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership
• 25 days’ holiday, an extra day off for your birthday and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave
• Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill
• Share options
• Generous maternity and paternity leave
• A nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money
• Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity
• Extra leave if you want to travel or study
• One-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Electric car scheme
And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer:
• An L&D budget for everyone, including a book budget
• Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers
• Access to learning platforms like Treehouse if you want to learn to code
For more information:
• iwoca benefits & policies: coda.io/d/iwoca-benefits-policies
Compensation Range: £26K - £37K
We are looking for a Paralegal with experience in debt recovery to join our Litigation team. The Paralegal will work closely with the four other Paralegals and Litigation Team Lead to determine case direction and strategy.
About Us
Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes.
We’ve already made several billion in funding available to over 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We’ll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science and a 5-star customer service.
Our culture
We’re expanding fast across our offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt. With all this growth, we’re looking for people who want to learn on the job and lead projects, knowing that your ideas will impact thousands of small businesses.
The role
As iwoca’s Litigation Paralegal, your role will be to:
• Independently draft and serve legal documents, hearing bundles, orders, applications and witness statements
• Cooperate with wider Legal and Collections team to investigate more complex cases and occasionally advise on the appropriate escalation, including insolvency.
• Raise and manage in-house money claims using MCOL or through the CNBC and occasionally attend court to swear affidavits
• Manage and monitor the active litigation and enforcement action taken against a portfolio of users
• Complete Court applications to enforce County Court Judgments including charging orders, oral examinations and High Court Enforcement.
• Manage defended cases and prepare directions questionnaires, witness statements and other evidence required for hearings and trials
• Ensure compliance with all appropriate legislation regulatory body guidelines
• Adhere to our company policies and procedures
• Uphold iwoca’s company reputation at all times
We look for people who are smart, humble, motivated and who are always looking to improve.
Ideally you'll have:
• At least 2 years debt recovery or legal support experience, ideally in the commercial / business sector
• Proven experience of raising and managing money claims
• Experience in business and personal insolvency issues would be hugely beneficial
• Empathy, forbearance and professionalism
• Strong communication skills, confidence and diligence
• Conscientious and thorough, with strong attention to detail
• The ability to deal with a variety of challenges, innovate and think on your feet
Work-life balance is incredibly important at iwoca and we offer flexible working so you can make better use of your free time. This is a hybrid role in which you can split your time between the office and home.
We want to make iwoca a place where everyone feels welcome, where you can confidently be yourself. We understand that inclusivity, and diversity that comes through greater inclusivity, isn't an optional add-on; it's the core ingredient of what makes us great. We care about making iwoca a healthy and happy community for all of our team members to thrive in.
Our Benefits
We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work:
• Offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt.
• Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football…
• Two company retreats a year, we’ve been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield
• Plenty of drinks and snacks in our offices.
We offer a wide range of benefits:
• Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership
• 25 days’ holiday, an extra day off for your birthday and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave
• Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill
• Share options
• Generous maternity and paternity leave
• A nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money
• Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity
• Extra leave if you want to travel or study
• One-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Electric car scheme
And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer:
• An L&D budget for everyone, including a book budget
• Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers
• Access to learning platforms like Treehouse if you want to learn to code
For more information:
• iwoca benefits & policies: coda.io/d/iwoca-benefits-policies
Compensation Range: £26K - £37K
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Litigation Paralegal position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Leeds offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
