Are you a motivated Paralegal looking to develop your legal career in a supportive, fast-paced environment? Ascent Performance Group is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our litigation team, supporting solicitors on a varied caseload from pre-action through to post-judgment.
A bit about Ascent
Ascent Performance Group is a leading provider of legal and financial services, committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. At Ascent, we place our customers at the heart of everything we do. During their most challenging times, we strive to provide the support and guidance they deserve.
About the Role
You’ll gain hands-on legal experience in litigation-focused debt recovery, working collaboratively across the business to help cases progress efficiently and compliantly.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing litigation-focused debt recovery matters
- Preparing witness statements and court documents
- Liaising with clients, courts, and third parties
- Providing professional updates via phone and email
- Ensuring compliance with legislation and internal procedures
About You
- Law degree or equivalent
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Confident managing a busy workload
- Prior legal experience desirable, but not essential
Development & Benefits
- Mentorship from an experienced in-house solicitor
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Friendly, team-focused working environment
- Competitive benefits package, including pension, 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, health cash plan, and more
Why Ascent?
At Ascent, we put people first — our customers and our colleagues. You’ll join a supportive and inclusive team where your contribution matters and your development is encouraged.
All successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening as part of our onboarding process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,325.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you have any CCJ's, voluntary arrangements or are you currently bankrupt?
- Do you have any unspent criminal convictions?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
