Manager, Legal and Recoveries
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid, 3 days on-site in Etobicoke)
Language: English, strong written and verbal communication required
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check, credit check, employment verification, and identity validation required
About the Opportunity
Our client, a growing organization in the financial services space, is seeking a Manager, Legal and Recoveries to join their team. This role is focused on legal recoveries within an auto finance environment, supporting complex files including lien disputes, dealer-related matters, and insurance-related claims. You will play a key role in driving recovery outcomes on charged-off accounts while supporting broader business needs.
This is a hands-on, operational role where you will work closely with a small, specialized team and external partners. You will be involved in managing complex legal files, guiding decisions around litigation and settlement, and supporting business-critical challenges as they arise. This role offers a strong balance of legal exposure, operational ownership, and leadership.
What’s In It for You
- A hands-on leadership role with direct impact on business outcomes
- Exposure to complex legal recoveries, litigation strategy, and dispute resolution
- A collaborative workplace that values initiative, problem-solving, and accountability
- A culture that supports work-life balance with a hybrid model and generous time off
Your Responsibilities
- You will support and guide a small team of legal recovery professionals while remaining hands-on with files
- You will oversee litigation strategy and recovery processes for charged-off accounts, including complex disputes
- You will manage and resolve issues related to lien disputes, dealer matters, and insurance claims
- You will assess and determine appropriate legal actions, settlements, and enforcement strategies
- You will collaborate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to drive effective outcomes
- You will identify opportunities to improve workflows, team structure, and recovery processes
Skills and Qualifications
- 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in legal recoveries, collections litigation, or secured lending environments
- Experience within auto finance or asset-based lending is strongly preferred
- Licensed Paralegal or equivalent hands-on experience in legal recoveries
- Strong understanding of litigation, enforcement, and dispute resolution processes
- Experience handling complex, high-value or escalated files
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Note from the Hiring Manager
“We’re looking for someone who is hands-on, proactive, and comfortable stepping into complex situations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, supporting a team, and making a real impact on the business.”
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