Paralegal

Campbells is seeking to recruit a Paralegal whose principal focus will be assisting with the firm’s debt recovery practice. The role will involve serving as a point of contact for banks and stratas seeking to recover secured and unsecured debts. This role will also support other areas of the practice, so the successful candidate must be able to multi-task and to work independently and under pressure.

Duties will include

• Managing and assisting with a caseload of debt recovery and enforcement matters for both local and international clients;
• Drafting legal documentation including engagement letters, letters before action, statutory demands, settlement agreements, enforcement applications and correspondence;
• Liaising with clients, government agencies, local registries, and overseas counsel as needed;
• Supporting attorneys in the preparation of court filings and bundles for both interlocutory and substantive hearings;
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring timely progression of cases through each stage;
• Conducting legal research and due diligence on debtor entities (local and foreign);
• Assist with the recovery of debts through insolvency processes where applicable; and
• Maintain accurate records and case files in accordance with firm protocols and regulatory obligations.

The successful candidate will hold

• A law degree or recognised paralegal qualification is required, additional financial related / accounting and project management qualifications would be advantageous;
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role dealing with clients and debtors within an international or offshore law firm;
• Experience in client-facing roles within commercial legal matters;
• Demonstrated track record of managing multiple matters within demanding deadlines and with a high level of accuracy;
• Knowledge of the Cayman Islands legal system and regulatory environment;
• Knowledge of enforcement of judgements, including winding-up and other insolvency proceedings;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal technology systems is essential, experience working with iManage and Aderant are preferred; and
• Leadership qualities, conflict-resolution skills, a solutions-oriented mindset, and the ability to build cross functional relationships are essential.

Salary & Benefits Campbells offers an attractive remuneration package, and the successful candidate can expect to earn:

Salary CI$65,000 - $82,500 per annum | Discretionary Bonus | 20 Vacation Days | Premier Health Insurance | Life Insurance | Pension according to Law.