Enforcement Actions Lawyer

Enforcement Actions Lawyer

Cepal Hellas Financial Services S.A. · Nea Smyrni, Greece (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-27

Workplace: hybrid

Department: Master Legal

Description

The Enforcement Actions Lawyer reports to the Head of Enforcement Legal Support and provides legal support on enforcement and litigation matters across assigned portfolios and related accounts. The role is responsible for assessing and resolving enforcement issues, coordinating necessary actions with relevant stakeholders, monitoring proceedings under Law 3869/2010, and identifying legal risks to protect the Company’s interests and support its strategy and processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversees enforcement and litigation proceedings across assigned NPL portfolios, ensuring the timely and effective execution of legal recovery strategies.
• Assesses court decisions and recommends appropriate legal actions, including objections, appeals, interim measures, annulment and liquidation proceedings.
• Manages judicial cases under Law 3869/2010 and other applicable insolvency and debt-settlement frameworks, including Laws 4738/2020, 4605/2019 and 3588/2007.
• Monitors auction proceedings and related enforcement activities, including post-auction actions, rankings, claim tables and collateral onboarding.
• Coordinates external law firms, monitoring case progress, quality of legal services, procedural deadlines, legal costs and compliance with portfolio strategies.
• Provides legal guidance to internal business units and coordinates with relevant stakeholders on complex legal matters, court proceedings and extrajudicial notices to debtors.
• Monitors legislative developments and legal risks, recommending appropriate mitigation measures and identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Ensures accurate updates in relevant systems and compliance with applicable legislation, internal policies, procedures and the Company’s Code of Ethics.

Requirements

Education, Experience and Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university in Law Studies and active membership in a Greek Bar Association, with a valid licence to practise.
• 8–10 years of legal experience in commercial and enforcement law, of which at least 5 years handling enforcement actions and litigation.
• At least 3–5 years of experience with Law 3869/2010 cases.
• A banking or credit servicing background is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Greek and English.
• Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to use legal platforms.
• Knowledge of database systems (e.g. Qualco).

Competencies

• Time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

• Result-Orientation

• Problem-solving skills including the ability to structure challenges and deal with new issues in a dynamic work environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to act in a confidential manner with professional ethos

Benefits

Here’s what you can look forward to as part of the #CepalTeam:

• Competitive Compensation: We offer an attractive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a monthly meal allowance through our ticket restaurant card.

• Health: Private medical insurance is provided for you and your family.

• Family Support: Monthly financial allowance for early education (nursery) and coverage of expenses for children with neurodiversity or disabilities—including therapeutic swimming, music therapy, horse riding, and parental support.

• Flexible Work Model: Our hybrid approach offers a level of remote work flexibility that supports work-life balance while preserving strong collaboration and team spirit.

• Modern Workspaces: Contemporary offices designed to support comfort, health, and productivity, with fully equipped workstations, quiet areas, on-site restaurant, and group fitness sessions .

• Lifelong Learning: Cepal supports continuous learning through access to e-learning platforms and structured professional development programs.

• Career Progression: We are committed to your growth, offering a clear development path supported by feedback, mentoring, and personalized learning plans.

• Make a Difference: Get involved in regular wellbeing, ESG and volunteering initiatives that reflect our values and foster a sense of purpose and community.

At Cepal, we believe that inclusion is more than a value, it's a way of thinking and acting. As members of the Diversity Charter Greece, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual feels respected, empowered, and free to contribute meaningfully.

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, as part of the recruitment process and prior to the first interview, candidates will be provided with information regarding the initial remuneration to the position, as determined on the basis of objective and gender-neutral criteria.

All applications are treated fairly, confidentially, and based solely on qualifications and merit.

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