Legal Recoveries Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Why GLS?

Purpose : Access to affordable, reliable transportation is essential to leading productive work and personal lives, caring well for oneself, one’s family, and the needs of others. Through advanced analytics and technology, we can more accurately predict credit risk and provide more people with an affordable auto financing option for their next vehicle. That’s what GLS has done for over 10 years, helping more than half a million families meet and improve their transportation needs. 

People : Join a culture of over 1,000 employees who  Care Deeply and  Think Boldly , driving innovation in an adaptive and positive culture that celebrates successes. We empower and reward individuals and teams who make direct, positive impacts to the business and each other, who take pride in their work and are ever-raising the bar. 

Growth : Recognized by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Join GLS to grow with us!

Benefits : GLS offers the below great benefits for your amazing work!

o   Competitive base pay and performance bonuses, dependent on role

o   Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, supplemental insurance benefits, long-term and short-term disability

o   401K with employer match and 100% immediate vesting

o   Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays to help you balance work and personal life

o   Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Annually

o   Tuition Reimbursement

o   Parental Leave

o   Business casual work environment

What does it mean to be a Legal Recoveries Specialist I at GLS?

The Legal Recoveries Specialist is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Affidavit process and providing necessary training to team members. This position will research and verify the accuracy of all attested affidavits and attachments for use in court. The Legal Recoveries Specialist will maintain, audit, and represent records in court for the company.

How will you drive value within the organization as a Legal Recoveries Specialist I?

• 35% travel after 90 days in role
• Serve as a Custodian of Business Records which includes verifying the completeness and accuracy of all records
• Provide deposition and trial testimony by representing Global Lending Services in court
• Interact directly with outside law firms, court personnel, and in-house counsel regarding affidavit content
• Understand and accurately explain account acquisition and record keeping processes to both internal and external sources
• Analyze and report on all daily affidavits processed
• Appropriately process incoming and outgoing mail from multiple sources
• Proficiently review all Affidavit requests and assignments of Judgment
• Provide departmental support by resolving issues, cross-training staff, performing notarizations, and conducting legal research as needed
• Assist in the setup of new Servicers with the Affidavit process
• Acts as resource and liaison for internal and external stakeholders by monitoring the Affidavit inbox, answering questions, and providing necessary assistance
• Perform additional assignments and legal duties as required by the needs of the company or directed by management

What should you already know to be successful as a Legal Recoveries Specialist I?

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree required
• Notary Public certification required (or ability to obtain Notary Public certification)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related role required, preferably working for a law firm
• Courtroom experience including trials, arbitrations, depositions, and mediation is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business
• Excellent work ethic and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines to complete projects on time
• Team player that can adapt in a fast paced and changing environment
• Commitment to exemplifying the organizational core values and key competencies
• Must be able to work on a team or independently with minimal supervision
• Must have the ability to effectively represent Global Lending Services LLC in industry and/or public meetings and interactions
• Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of internet and standard business applications; ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required

Employment Requirements:

• Significant portions of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity
• Remain in a stationary position up to 100% of the workday
• Constantly operate a computer and other standard office equipment 
• Job functions involve sedentary to light physical effort. Physical demands range from sitting, walking, standing, or pushing or pulling materials. Work may involve exerting up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Be able to perform activities such as: viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, bending, and kneeling

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Access to affordable, reliable transportation is essential to leading productive work and personal lives, caring well for oneself, one’s family, and the needs of others. Through advanced analytics and technology, we can more accurately predict credit risk and provide more people with an affordable auto financing option for their next vehicle. That’s what GLS has done for the past 10 years, helping more than 450,000 people meet and improve their transportation needs.

Company Description

Access to affordable, reliable transportation is essential to leading productive work and personal lives, caring well for oneself, one’s family, and the needs of others. Through advanced analytics and technology, we can more accurately predict credit risk and provide more people with an affordable auto financing option for their next vehicle. That’s what GLS has done for the past 10 years, helping more than 450,000 people meet and improve their transportation needs.