Head of Commercial Debt Recovery

JR United Kingdom; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Brighton seeks a Head of Commercial Debt Recovery to manage their team and oversee debt recovery functions. This senior role emphasizes business development, compliance, and excellent client relationship management. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership track record and familiarity with debt recovery systems.

Qualifications

• Proven success in team leadership and business growth.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Familiarity with debt recovery systems like Nexum.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing a well-established commercial debt recovery function.
• Developing business development strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with AML and regulatory procedures.

Skills

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Business Development

Understanding of AML

Education

CICM qualifications or equivalent

Tools

Nexum

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eastbourne, United Kingdom

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31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Head of Commercial Debt Recovery | Brighton | Competitive salary

Are you ready to lead a top-tier debt-recovery team to new levels of success as the Head of Commercial Debt Recovery for a renowned regional law firm?

This highly ranked law firm is searching for its newest Head of Commercial Debt Recovery to be based in their central Brighton office.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing a well-established commercial debt recovery function across several offices, mentoring and managing a team that acts for a broad range of clients, including banks, local authorities, and professional service firms.

This team is known for its results-driven approach, recovering significant returns for clients and maintaining one of the strongest reputations in the region.

Key responsibilities for a Head of Commercial Debt Recovery include:

• Developing and executing business development strategies
• Overseeing efficient case progression using specialist workflow software
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant AML and regulatory procedures
• Managing relationships with key clients and building new opportunities
• Working collaboratively across other legal and support teams to drive growth

The ideal candidate for this Head of Commercial Debt Recovery job will have:

• A track record of successful team leadership and business growth
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Familiarity with debt recovery systems, ideally Nexum
• A good understanding of AML and FSMA regulatory obligations

Additionally, a strong client following and previous experience in a similarly ranked firm are desirable, as are CICM qualifications or equivalent.

Reach out to Hayley Rose or Chloë for more information about this Head of Commercial Debt Recovery job in Brighton.

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