Overview
This role is for a Legal & Collections Virtual Assistant supporting a US-based client in the lending and financial services industry. The position involves preparing, reviewing, organizing, and maintaining sensitive legal and financial documentation related to loan accounts, delinquent accounts, and loan-default cases.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and trusted with confidential financial and legal information while working independently and following established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Responsibilities
Legal & Loan Documentation
- Prepare, review, organize, and maintain documentation related to loan accounts and loan-default cases
- Review loan applications and supporting financial documents for completeness and accuracy
- Organize payslips, bank statements, loan agreements, payment records, and other supporting documents
- Maintain well-organized digital files for delinquent accounts and potential legal cases
- Assist in preparing and organizing legal documents and supporting evidence for case review
- Prepare and organize demand letters and other collections-related or potential legal action documentation using approved templates and procedures
- Identify missing documents, discrepancies, and incomplete information for follow-up
- Ensure documentation is accurate, properly labeled, and stored in the appropriate folders
- Follow established procedures when handling loan-default and legal case documentation
Collections & Account Documentation
- Assist in organizing and maintaining records of delinquent loan accounts and outstanding balances
- Review account histories, payment records, and supporting documents
- Track the status of delinquent accounts, outstanding requirements, and pending documentation
- Maintain accurate records of collection activities, case updates, and account-related correspondence
- Gather and organize documents required for debt recovery and legal review
- Flag discrepancies or missing information for review by the appropriate team
- Support preparation of account summaries and documentation for internal review
- Follow established workflows and escalation procedures for overdue accounts and pending cases
Document Review & Financial Records
- Review confidential financial documents, including payslips, bank statements, loan applications, and payment histories
- Verify required documents are present and information is consistent across records
- Organize financial information and supporting documents for easy reference
- Maintain accurate trackers, spreadsheets, and case documentation
- Conduct administrative research to locate, verify, and organize relevant information
- Follow strict confidentiality and data-handling procedures for sensitive financial information
- Ensure records are updated accurately and maintained according to company procedures
Administrative Support & Coordination
- Maintain organized digital filing systems, case folders, and document trackers
- Update spreadsheets, databases, and account records
- Monitor pending documents, deadlines, and outstanding requirements
- Follow up on missing information through approved communication channels
- Prepare clear summaries and status updates for the client or internal team
- Follow detailed SOPs and established workflows consistently
- Manage multiple accounts and documentation tasks while meeting deadlines
- Communicate professionally with the team regarding document discrepancies, pending requirements, and case updates
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Legal Virtual Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, Paralegal Assistant, Collections Specialist, Debt Recovery Specialist, Loan Processor, Mortgage Processor, or similar role
- Proven experience handling legal documents, loan documentation, collections, delinquent accounts, or financial records
- Hands-on experience reviewing and organizing documents such as loan applications, payslips, bank statements, loan agreements, or payment records
- Familiarity with loan defaults, debt collection processes, legal case files, or documentation for potential legal action is a strong advantage
- Experience preparing or organizing demand letters, collection notices, or other legal correspondence is preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing sensitive documents
- Strong written and spoken English communication skills
- Strong organizational, administrative, and research skills
- Proficient in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office, particularly Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, and document management tools
- Ability to follow detailed SOPs and maintain consistent documentation standards
- Comfortable handling confidential financial information and sensitive customer records
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
- Professional, dependable, discreet, and highly detail-oriented
- Experience supporting US-based lending, financial services, legal, or collections operations is a strong advantage
Compensation & Benefits
Location / Work Setup
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Full-Time or Part-Time depending on client requirements
- Night shift (US business hours)