Role: Debt Recovery Solicitor Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire Salary: £30,000 to £45,000 Bonus Excellent Benefits Work pattern: Full Time | Permanent | Office Based with Modern Working Environment CRA Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and rapidly growing legal and financial services organisation based just outside Sheffield City Centre to recruit a Debt Recovery Solicitor to join their expanding litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced Litigation Fee Earner looking to build a long-term career within a fast-paced and commercially focused debt recovery environment. The business forms part of a wider UK group employing over 500 staff nationally and has developed an outstanding reputation for delivering specialist debt recovery and litigation services to a broad range of commercial clients, including major retail, banking and financial organisations. The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative legal team handling a varied caseload of defended debt recovery matters ranging from small claims through to fast-track and multi-track litigation. This role would suit somebody who enjoys managing their own caseload, working within a target-driven environment and delivering practical, commercially minded legal advice to clients. The Opportunity This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a business that continues to grow across the UK and invest heavily in its legal services offering. You will work alongside experienced litigation professionals in a modern and highly organised environment where systems, processes and client service are at the heart of the operation. The role offers exposure to a broad range of litigation matters and would particularly suit someone with experience in civil litigation, debt recovery, defended claims or commercial litigation who is looking for stability, career progression and a supportive team culture. What you'll be doing Managing a defended caseload of debt recovery and litigation matters from inception through to resolution Handling small claims, fast-track and multi-track litigation matters Reviewing complex and high-value pre-legal accounts and advising on litigation strategy Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications and court documentation Preparing court bundles and supporting cases through the litigation process Advising clients on prospects of recovery, litigation risks and commercially focused solutions Liaising with courts, enforcement agents and third-party providers to progress matters efficiently Conducting insolvency-related recovery work including Bankruptcy Petitions and Winding Up proceedings Managing Return of Goods claims and associated recovery actions Maintaining high levels of client care and ensuring matters are progressed proactively through a structured diary management system Supporting the wider legal team and contributing to business objectives and service standards What they're looking for Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Litigation Fee Earner Previous experience handling debt recovery, civil litigation or defended litigation matters Strong understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules Confident drafting skills including pleadings, witness statements and applications Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a busy caseload effectively Commercially aware with a practical and client-focused approach Strong communication and negotiation skills Experience of insolvency litigation or enforcement action would be advantageous Motivated individual who enjoys working within a fast-paced legal environment What's on Offer Salary between £30,000 and £45,000 depending on experience Bonus scheme Pension scheme Free on-site parking 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Complimentary tea and coffee Standard sick pay and parental leave Long-term career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable organisation Interested? If you are looking to join a growing legal team where you can further develop your litigation experience within a commercially focused and supportive environment, this could be an excellent next step in your career. To apply or discuss the role in more detail, please contact: Rob Addy CRA Consulting 0114 241 8030 robert.addy@craconsultants.com CRAcareers DebtRecovery LitigationSolicitor SheffieldJobs CivilLitigation LegalRecruitment SolicitorJobs YorkshireLawJobs