NCRI is growing stronger and is seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our motivated and growing family. Our future colleagues will be team-oriented, performance-driven, and outside-the-box thinkers. The Paralegal has various tasks, including conducting legal research, drafting, and reviewing documents/contracts. Please review the job description attached.Job Description:Work independently within a collection team.The successful candidate should be organized and have excellent typing, time management and communication skills.Responsibilities include preparing collection documents such as demand letters, Statements of Claim, garnishees, and writs of enforcements, communicating with debtors, process servers, and service providers, managing the status of files and updating the client database on collection proceedings.Experience in start to finish collection or debt recovery litigation in a law firm is preferred.The successful candidate must also be a self-starter and able to work independently and efficiently.Reviewing and preparing documents to issue on sales, registration, leases and funding transactions.Preparing documents for completion.Drafting forms and legal documentation.Managing client files on different matters, often with short deadlines.Track and manage property matters, such as registrations, documentation and operating agreements.Performing lease and title reviews and producing full and short form reports for our clients.Assisting legal advisors in the department with various matters.Communicating effectively and confidently with clients.Dealing with requisitions/queries in relation to post completion matters.Completing master schedules for clients, setting out key lease or other information.Assisting with various other tasks as required from time to time.Communicate with customers for all outstanding amountsEstablish a solid professional relationship with customers and educate them on best practicesNegotiate the best payment arrangement to help resolve customers’ billsMaintains a high level of professionalismContact past due customers by phone, request payment & negotiate appropriate payment arrangements, Send correspondence to delinquent/collection customersUpdate customer account information with e.g. commitments to pay, amounts & dates, collection call updates. Document call activity detailsHandle objections & excusesPerform to regulatory standards and best practice on collectionsAchieve individual collection targets, to meet Department and Company goalsWe offer:Competitive base pay, competitive insurance coverage, incentives, paid training and breaksOutstanding referral bonus programFun perks: Holiday events, food days, giveaways, prizes, themed events and more!Skills and Qualification;Must be a graduateMust have the experience with Collection Agency or Debt Recovery Company.At least 3 years previous legal Assistant experience. Ability to file 8 claims/judgement per day. A high level of attention to detail and an organized, methodical approach.Understanding that some work outside contracted hours may be required to ensure client demands are met Flexible, with the ability to adapt to change and new practices.Ability to remain calm under pressure and find solutions.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Good organizational skills to ensure that the tasks are effectively scheduled within working time available, and that urgent work is completed and returned within the specified (sometimes short) timescales.Excellent communication skills.Ability to deliver a superb client service.Offer of employment are subject to background checks, including credit checks if required on certain client programsNCRi welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the all aspects of the selection process.

Insolvency Advisor

BDO Canada, London, ON

Putting people first, every day BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.Your OpportunityOur London office is looking for an Insolvency Advisor to join the Personal Debt Solution team. This role requires an in office presence.Additionally, the successful candidate would own the following responsibilities:Assist debtors and creditors, both in person and by telephone, as it relates to bankruptcies and proposalsPerform initial consultations in order to assess the debtor’s situation and recommend appropriate options, training will be providedReview interview forms, prepare files/documents for client signingCommunity outreach, business development and presentationsHow do we define success for your role?You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and CollaborationYou understand your client’s needs, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and empatheticYou identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clientsYou share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talentYou actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplaceYou grow your expertise through learning and professional development.Your experience and educationExperience in an insolvency type role, or in a financial advisory role with a financial institution would be considered an assetWillingness to complete or have completed the BIA Administrator Insolvency CourseExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAble to prioritize with the flexibility to manage multiples tasks and a variable workload as requiredMust be able to liaise well with staff and outside partiesWillingness to travel to Newfoundland for 2 weeks for training (expenses paid by BDO)Why BDO?Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2024. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways: We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada. We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development. We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our careers page.