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?? Head of Commercial Debt Recoveries?? Brighton (Hybrid working available)?? Competitive + Benefits�? Legal 500, Full-Service South East Law Firm
A highly respected and award-winning South East law firm is looking for a commercially minded and experienced individual to lead its Commercial Debt Recoveries team, based in Brighton. This is a strategic leadership opportunity to shape the future of a top-tier Legal 500 recognised team and drive continued growth across a well-established client base.
The Role
You'll lead the Commercial Debt Recoveries team and help expand its portfolio of clients, overseeing a mix of portfolio debt recovery and broader commercial disputes. Responsibilities include:
- Managing and developing a successful debt recoveries team
- Driving internal and external business development strategies
- Overseeing a varied caseload of commercial debt recovery matters
- Supporting lender clients, commercial businesses, and professional service firms
- Collaborating with other departments including Litigation, Corporate, and Real Estate
- Overseeing financial performance, billing, and resource planning
About You
- Substantial experience in commercial debt recovery work
- Proven ability to manage, grow, and lead a legal or recovery team
- Strong client handling and business development skills
- Commercially astute, with a pragmatic and solution-led approach
- Excellent communication and leadership qualities
- Experience with case management systems is desirable
- CICM qualifications and AML/FSMA understanding a bonus but not essential
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Hybrid working (up to 2 days WFH)
- Collaborative, people-focused culture
- Strategic leadership opportunity with real influence
- Access to a high-quality client base and internal cross-referral network
- Opportunities for long-term career progression
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + birthday leave + Christmas closure + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Season ticket loan (interest-free)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discounts platform
- Discounts on legal services
Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott on for more information.
