Senior Debt Court Officer – Flexible, Hybrid Working

Thurrock Council; Grays; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is looking for a Senior Debt Court Officer to effectively manage debt collection processes for the Council. Responsibilities include preparing and presenting cases in County Court and Magistrates Court. The ideal candidate should have strong negotiation skills and knowledge of debt collection processes, along with experience in managing difficult conversations with the public. This position offers an annual salary between £39,027 and £44,463, along with flexible working options and generous leave entitlements.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing difficult conversations.
• Knowledge of various debt collection processes.
• Experience attending court hearings for debt cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage processes for collecting debt owed to the Council.
• Attend and present cases at County Court and Magistrates Court.
• Handle complex debt-related cases and engage with the public.

Skills

Confidence in managing difficult conversations

Knowledge of debt collection processes

Understanding of Money Claims on Line process

Knowledge of County Court processes

Understanding of the Charging Order and Bankruptcy processes

Experience using negotiation skills

Experience of public communication

Knowledge of Means Enquiry process for Committal Hearings

Job description

A local government organization is looking for a Senior Debt Court Officer to effectively manage debt collection processes for the Council. Responsibilities include preparing and presenting cases in County Court and Magistrates Court. The ideal candidate should have strong negotiation skills and knowledge of debt collection processes, along with experience in managing difficult conversations with the public. This position offers an annual salary between £39,027 and £44,463, along with flexible working options and generous leave entitlements.