Debt Recovery Solicitor - Top Commercial Boutique Firm - Manchester

QED Legal; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A top commercial law firm in Manchester seeks a Debt Recovery Solicitor with at least 1 year PQE. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and manage a diverse caseload of commercial debt recovery matters. The role involves advising clients and building strong relationships to develop new business. The firm offers competitive salary, career progression, excellent training, and flexible hybrid working arrangements, providing a supportive atmosphere for your career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Career progression opportunities

Excellent training and mentoring

Collaborative working environment

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Managing a caseload of commercial debt recovery matters from instruction to enforcement.
• Advising clients on all aspects of debt recovery, including pre‑action protocol, litigation, and enforcement proceedings.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and seeking opportunities to develop new business.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior lawyers to shape the future direction of the debt recovery team.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Strong technical knowledge

Education

Solicitor with at least 1 year PQE

Job description

Debt Recovery Fee Earner – Top Commercial Boutique Firm - Manchester

This is a fantastic new opportunity for a Debt Recovery Solicitor to join a top commercial law firm that continues to grow and expand its specialist offering in Manchester. This is a chance to join a respected, forward-thinking team where your ideas and business acumen will truly be valued.

The role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of commercial debt recovery matters, acting for a diverse client base including SMEs, large corporates, and financial institutions. You’ll work closely with senior figures in the firm and play a key role in driving the Manchester department’s continued growth and success.

This position will suit a solicitor with at least 1 year PQE who not only has strong technical knowledge but also a flair for business development and client relationship management. The firm has a strong reputation for its modern approach, commercial mindset, and genuinely supportive culture – a place where you can build long‑term relationships and enjoy a rewarding career.

Key Requirements of the Role

• Managing a caseload of commercial debt recovery matters from instruction to enforcement.
• Advising clients on all aspects of debt recovery, including pre‑action protocol, litigation, and enforcement proceedings.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and seeking opportunities to develop new business.
• Working closely with senior lawyers and the Head of Department to shape the future direction of the debt recovery team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Clear and genuine career progression opportunities.
• Excellent training, mentoring, and regular one‑to‑one support.
• Modern, collaborative, and social working environment.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.