Remote Debt Recovery Solicitor

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

25-28 days annual leave

12 days flexi-leave

Interest free travel loans

Employee Support Services

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX with a practising certificate for England & Wales to join the General Litigation Team. You will handle debt recovery matters, provide clear legal advice, and manage pre-action communications and civil claims.

The role offers mostly remote working after induction, with one day weekly in Winchester and court attendance as needed, in a supportive, Lexcel-accredited legal service.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, barrister or FILEX with current practising certificate for England & Wales.
• Proven ability to manage debt recoveries and provide clear legal advice.
• Strong client relationships, sound judgement and ability to work independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of debt recoveries and provide clear legal guidance.
• Conduct pre-action correspondence and issue civil claims to recover debts.
• Work mostly remotely after induction, with Winchester attendance one day per week and court appearances as required.

Skills

Legal skills

Client communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Time management

Education

Qualified solicitor / barrister / FILEX

Job description

Hampshire County Council is seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX with a practising certificate for England & Wales to join the General Litigation Team. You will handle debt recovery matters, provide clear legal advice, and manage pre-action communications and civil claims.

The role offers mostly remote working after induction, with one day weekly in Winchester and court attendance as needed, in a supportive, Lexcel-accredited legal service.