Job Description
A specialist property consultancy based in London is seeking a Legal Officer - Credit Control to join their in-house legal team. This is a vital role providing legal support across credit control, litigation casework and client communication, helping ensure lease compliance and efficient debt recovery within the residential leasehold sector.
The Legal Officer - Credit Control will operate within a busy environment, supporting internal departments and liaising with external clients. With responsibility for managing litigation deadlines and ensuring compliance with Civil Procedure Rules, this is a position well-suited to someone organised, legally astute, and confident working independently. The Legal Officer - Credit Control will have access to a dedicated workstation and work closely with Property Managers and Estates Directors.
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The Legal Officer - Credit Control's role
The Legal Officer - Credit Control will manage the critical litigation diary, ensuring no deadlines are missed and all legal documentation complies with regulatory requirements. The role will involve preparing and serving pre-action letters, issuing claims, drafting witness and case statements, and attending First-tier Tribunal and County Court hearings as required.
The Legal Officer - Credit Control will be responsible for keeping accurate case records, updating owners' rent ledgers, registering judgements, and ensuring legal invoices are correctly raised. There will be a key focus on supporting internal teams, maintaining ISO9001 file standards, and attending regular meetings with Property Managers to update on casework.
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The Legal Officer - Credit Control
To be successful in this role, the Legal Officer - Credit Control should have:
* A relevant legal qualification (e.g. Law degree, CILEX) or demonstrable legal drafting and casework experience.
* Strong knowledge of County Court processes and Leasehold Valuation Tribunal procedures.
* Understanding of leasehold management legislation and debt recovery protocols.
* Experience in legal research using Companies House and Land Registry.
* High attention to detail, problem-solving ability and excellent time management skills.
* Strong communication and customer service skills.
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In Return?
The Legal Officer - Credit Control will benefit from:
* £32,000 - £40,000,
* Exposure to leasehold litigation, debt recovery, and tribunal casework
* Structured professional development and learning opportunities
* A supportive and collaborative team environment
* Regular interaction with clients and internal departments
* A permanent role based at dedicated offices in Central London