Job Description
Service Care Legal are currently recruiting on behalf of a London Borough Council who are seeking a Debt Recovery Lawyer to join their team on a contract basis. Please find below further details with regards to this position.
ROLE: Debt Recovery Lawyer
LOCATION: London
RATE: £30-40 per hour
CONTRACT: 3 months with possibility of extension
Please note that this position would be hybrid working.
The Role of the Debt Recovery Lawyer
1. To deal with matters against leaseholders and freeholders for the recovery of both capital and revenue service charge debt
2. Responsible for preparing the council's case for presentation to the first tier tribunal (FTT) and county courts
3. To assist the enforcement manager and senior enforcement officer with issues relating to leasehold and freehold enforcement
The Person
4. A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a current practising certificate
5. Previous experience of dealing with Debt Recovery matters previously would be desirable
6. Previous working experience within a local authority would be highly desirable
The Benefits
7. Flexible working arrangements
8. Weekly payroll options