About the role

St. John's Credit Union is hiring a full-time, permanent Litigation Officer in its Credit Control Department at the Southside Branch. The officer represents the credit union in court on delinquent-loan matters, prepares case files and helps recover outstanding debts under the Credit Union Act.

Responsibilities

Represent the credit union in court
Prepare and file summonses, distress and committals, and coordinate with process servers
Arrange court payments and monitor payments after judgment
Trace delinquent members and negotiate payment arrangements
Obtain judgments and suit reports
Reconcile court payments using the Smart Stream system and maintain the court database
Prepare monthly collection and court reports
Assist with transfers, demand notices and collection campaigns

Requirements

At least an associate degree in business administration, a paralegal certificate, or legal experience or exposure
2 years of experience in the legal field
Knowledge of Belize court procedures and case management
Microsoft Office skills

Preferred qualifications

Ability to serve summonses