Legal Manager - Collections - Central Team

Role & responsibilities

• Arbitration - Initiation , Co-ordination with lawyer and representation before Arbitrator and High court Arbitration matters.
• Litigation/ Notice management- Receipt of notices, Court proceedings and distribute to the Location team for further action.
• Follow up for progress and maintenance of tracker and MIS.
• Reviewing and assessing legal documents related to debt collection, such as collection letters, demand notices, and lawsuits.
• Drafting and filing legal documents and pleadings with courts, such as complaints, motions, and affidavits in against Litigations.
• Representing creditors in court proceedings, including settlement negotiations, mediation, and trials.
• Conducting legal research and analysis to provide guidance on collection strategies and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Advising on debt collection laws and regulations, such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and state-specific consumer protection laws.
• Working closely with internal teams, such as collections departments and account managers, to develop and implement effective debt collection strategies.
• Communicating with clients, debtors, and other parties involved in the collection process, such as attorneys and collection agencies.
• Monitoring and managing collection cases, including tracking progress, updating client records, and ensuring compliance with court deadlines.
• Providing legal guidance and support to collection agents and other staff involved in the debt collection process.
• Keeping abreast of changes in debt collection laws and regulations, and proactively updating clients and internal stakeholders on relevant developments.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in Collection Legal Litigation field within the financial services industry.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.