Debt Recovery Fee Earner or Solicitor

QED Legal LLP; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Bury St Edmunds seeks a Debt Recovery Solicitor or Fee Earner to handle debt recovery cases from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach. This position offers a clear path for career progression and a competitive salary within a supportive legal team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in debt recovery or commercial litigation.
• Strong knowledge of court processes and enforcement options.
• Ability to manage a caseload efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Handle own caseload of debt recovery matters from instruction to resolution.
• Advise clients on the debt recovery process including court proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and manage defended claims.

Skills

Debt Recovery

Commercial Litigation

Excellent Communication

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Debt Recovery Solicitor or Fee Earner to join a highly respected, long-established law firm with multiple offices across the North West. This firm has built a reputation for combining traditional client-focused values with modern, tech-driven legal solutions.

This position is based at the firm’s Bury office and would suit an experienced and commercially-minded lawyer who is confident in handling a caseload of debt recovery matters from start to finish. You’ll be working with a wide range of clients, from SMEs and professional services firms to larger corporates and owner-managed businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling your own caseload of debt recovery matters from instruction through to resolution
  
  
• Advising clients on the full debt recovery process including pre-action protocols, court proceedings, judgments, and enforcement
  
  
• Issuing and managing proceedings such as winding-up petitions and statutory demands
  
  
• Negotiating settlements and managing defended claims
  
  
• Liaising with clients and internal teams to ensure a tailored and effective strategy for each matter
  
  

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation / Debt Recovery Fee Earner
  
  
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in debt recovery, commercial litigation or a similar role
  
  
• Strong knowledge of court processes, enforcement options and pre-litigation advice
  
  
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-based approach
  
  
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload efficiently
  
  

Benefits:

• Clear path for career progression and personal development
  
  
• Work within a supportive and collaborative legal team
  
  
• Full training on internal systems and procedures
  
  
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  
  
• Office-based with potential flexibility depending on experience
  
  

How to Apply:
If you are a Debt Recovery Solicitor, Commercial Litigation Fee Earner, or Dispute Resolution Lawyer looking to join a reputable and well-established law firm in Greater Manchester, apply now by sending your CV to [e-mail].
Alternatively, call 07946 239 688 to have a confidential discussion about this role or similar legal vacancies across the North West.