Head of Commercial Debt Recovery

Harvey John Recruitment; Lewes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned regional law firm is seeking a Head of Commercial Debt Recovery to lead their team based in Brighton. The successful candidate will oversee a well-established debt recovery function, ensuring compliance and driving business growth while managing key client relationships. This role requires a proven track record in team leadership and familiarity with debt recovery systems.

Qualifications

• Track record of successful team leadership and business growth.
• Familiarity with AML and FSMA regulatory obligations.
• Strong client following and previous experience in a well-ranked law firm.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing business development strategies.
• Overseeing efficient case progression using specialist workflow software.
• Managing relationships with key clients and building new opportunities.

Skills

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

CICM qualifications or equivalent

Tools

Debt recovery systems (Nexum)

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 role 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 well-ranked law 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.

Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

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