Finance Litigation Lawyer

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established commercial law firm in Liverpool is seeking a Finance Litigation Lawyer with 3 years PQE experience to manage caseloads in asset finance litigation and debt recovery. The role offers competitive remuneration of £45,000 - £60,000 plus bonuses and excellent opportunities for career progression. You will join a friendly, supportive team dedicated to high-quality client service.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health cash plan

Pension plan

Cycle to work scheme

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Proven experience in asset finance litigation and debt recovery.
• Strong technical knowledge of asset finance security enforcement.
• Excellent client care skills and ability to maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a recoveries caseload from start to finish.
• Advise on asset recovery enforcement strategies.
• Assist in developing the client base and business development.

Skills

Asset finance litigation

Debt recovery

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

3 years PQE in commercial finance recovery work

Job description

Job Description

Finance Litigation Lawyer

Career Level : Solicitor 3 PQE

Salary : 45000 - 60000 Bonus

Join a Specialist Asset Finance Litigation Team

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic asset or debt recovery lawyer looking to join a specialist creditor services team Our client a well-established and highly regarded commercial law firm with offices in Liverpool and Manchester is seeking a Finance Litigation Lawyer 3 PQE level to join their busy Creditor Services department specialising in asset finance litigation and recoveries.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a good finance client caseload with excellent opportunities to progress even without an existing client following. Youll be joining a friendly welcoming and hard-working team that values collaboration and is seeking a like-minded individual to contribute to their continued success.

The Role

As a Finance Litigation Lawyer you will manage your own caseload of asset finance litigation and debt recovery matters from start to finish working closely with the Creditor Services team. Youll have the opportunity to build relationships with established finance clients whilst also contributing to the development of the client base.

The role offers genuine progression opportunities and the chance to work with a supportive team on high-quality finance litigation work. Youll be responsible for meeting financial targets whilst also assisting in the development and supervision of junior team members.

Your key responsibilities will include :

• Managing a recoveries caseload from start to finish with full responsibility for case progression
• Handling asset finance litigation and debt recovery matters for finance clients
• Advising on asset recovery repossession enforcement and litigation strategies
• Conducting litigation in the County Court and High Court
• Impressing and building strong relationships with current clients
• Assisting in developing the client base and contributing to business development
• Hitting financial targets and managing matters profitably
• Assisting developing supervising and training the team of solicitors and paralegals
• Responding promptly to requests for updates and information from the team leader clients and introducers
• Generally supporting and assisting a busy and dynamic team
• Working diligently towards court and client deadlines
• Providing commercially focused and pragmatic advice to finance clients

About You

Essential Requirements :

• 3 years PQE experience in commercial finance recovery work
• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales
• Proven experience in asset finance litigation debt recovery or creditor services
• Demonstrable experience in working diligently towards court and client deadlines
• Strong technical knowledge of asset finance security enforcement and recovery procedures
• Experience conducting litigation in the County Court and High Court
• Excellent organisation time management and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Excellent client care skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships
• A personable and hard-working nature
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

Highly Desirable :

• Experience acting for asset finance lenders invoice finance providers or other financial institutions
• Knowledge of hire purchase leasing and asset-based lending
• Experience with insolvency and enforcement procedures
• Supervisory or mentoring experience
• Business development experience

Key Attributes :

• Experienced and enthusiastic with a proactive approach
• Friendly welcoming and hard-working
• Strong work ethic with commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Commercially astute with strong problem-solving abilities
• Able to build rapport with clients and team members
• Target-driven with a focus on achieving financial objectives

Whats On Offer

Our client is committed to rewarding talent and hard work with a competitive remuneration package and excellent opportunities for career progression.

Benefits include :

• Competitive salary : 45000 - 60000 (dependent on experience)
• Bonus scheme for all fee earners
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Referral bonus
• Health cash plan Paycare (eligible after successful completion of probation)
• Pension plan (with the option of salary sacrifice)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to a wellness web app Leafyard
• Travel pass
• Death in service benefit
• Excellent opportunities to progress (even without a following)
• Friendly welcoming and hard-working team environment
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for development and supervision experience
• Good finance client caseload
• Modern well-equipped offices in Liverpool or Manchester

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established commercially focused law firm with offices in Liverpool and Manchester serving clients across the North West and beyond. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across a broad range of practice areas including creditor services asset finance invoice finance commercial litigation property and construction corporate employment insolvency and intellectual property.

The Creditor Services department specialises in asset finance litigation and recoveries acting for asset finance lenders invoice finance providers and other financial institutions. The team handles a high volume of debt recovery asset recovery repossession enforcement and litigation matters providing commercially focused and pragmatic advice to finance clients.

The team is friendly welcoming and hard-working with a collaborative culture that values teamwork professionalism and client service. The firm offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development with clear pathways for advancement even without an existing client following.

The firm holds ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 accreditations reflecting its commitment to quality and information security.

Working Hours and Location

Location : Liverpool City Centre

Start Date : Immediate

How to Apply

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1