Salary: 550000 AnnuallyLocation: JohannesburgDescription:Investigate viability of summonsing defaulting clients pre-handover.Resolve disputes and explore settlement options before pursuing legal action.Strategize with head of legal on most effective way to proceed against defaulting clients with a view to collecting all outstanding amounts and minimizing legal costs.Coordinate new instructions for attorneys on money judgment applications, issuing of summons and other court proceedings.Prepare legal cases or documents for collection proceedings.Develop and manage legal assistance and casework.Maintain accurate records of all collection activities and communications in the system.Act as a liaison between clients, head of legal, external legal counsel, and internal teams to facilitate smooth communication regarding collections and legal matters.Support and advise the legal and collections teams by managing documentation, conducting research, and facilitating the collection of outstanding debts. This role requires a strong understanding of legal processes related to collections and lending.Manage the collections process, including contacting clients for overdue payments and negotiating payment arrangements.Verify legalities before accepting settlement proposals (e.g., drafting AODs, settlement agreements, etc.).Monitor AOD and settlement payments.Ensure all disputes are resolved and proposals align with company policy.Ensure attorneys have necessary documentation for court disclosure.Draft first drafts of pleadings.Facilitate discussions between attorneys regarding strategy.Develop and recommend new litigation strategies.Implement, manage, oversee, and report all actions and motions implemented.Diary management of case and legal matters.Prepare detailed reports in line with company policies, including bad debt provisions and legal costs.
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