Job Description
?? Head of Commercial Debt Recoveries?? Brighton (Hybrid working available)?? Competitive + Benefits�? Legal 500, Full-Service South East Law Firm
A highly respected and award-winning South East law firm is looking for a commercially minded and experienced individual to lead its Commercial Debt Recoveries team, based in Brighton. This is a strategic leadership opportunity to shape the future of a top-tier Legal 500 recognised team and drive continued growth across a well-established client base.
The Role
You'll lead the Commercial Debt Recoveries team and help expand its portfolio of clients, overseeing a mix of portfolio debt recovery and broader commercial disputes. Responsibilities include:
* Managing and developing a successful debt recoveries team
* Driving internal and external business development strategies
* Overseeing a varied caseload of commercial debt recovery matters
* Supporting lender clients, commercial businesses, and professional service firms
* Collaborating with other departments including Litigation, Corporate, and Real Estate
* Overseeing financial performance, billing, and resource planning
About You
* Substantial experience in commercial debt recovery work
* Proven ability to manage, grow, and lead a legal or recovery team
* Strong client handling and business development skills
* Commercially astute, with a pragmatic and solution-led approach
* Excellent communication and leadership qualities
* Experience with case management systems is desirable
* CICM qualifications and AML/FSMA understanding a bonus but not essential
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Hybrid working (up to 2 days WFH)
* Collaborative, people-focused culture
* Strategic leadership opportunity with real influence
* Access to a high-quality client base and internal cross-referral network
* Opportunities for long-term career progression
Benefits
* 25 days holiday + birthday leave + Christmas closure + bank holidays
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Season ticket loan (interest-free)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discounts platform
* Discounts on legal services
Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott on for more information.