Temporary Debt Recovery Solicitor (Mid-Level) - Potential to Go Permanent
We are seeking a mid-level Debt Recovery Solicitor or CILEX Fellow (Litigation Practice Rights) for a temporary assignment, with the potential to convert to a permanent role for the right candidate.
This opportunity suits a technically strong litigator who is comfortable operating in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, and who can take ownership of litigation quality while supporting operational delivery at scale.
The Role
You will act as a technical lead within a busy enforcement/litigation function, overseeing the conduct of high-volume small claims and debt recovery litigation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will help ensure compliance, consistency, and efficiency across a large caseload.
Key Responsibilities
* Acting as the technical authority for the conduct of litigation, ensuring reserved legal activities are carried out appropriately
* Drafting, reviewing and signing off high volumes of pleadings, applications and other court documents
* Providing technical guidance and feedback to litigation and enforcement staff
* Supporting the refinement of litigation workflows and processes in a high-volume setting
* Delivering technical training on relevant Civil Procedure Rules and small claims processes
* Monitoring regulatory and professional compliance and identifying risk within large-scale litigation operations
About You
* Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or CILEX Fellow with Litigation Practice Rights
* Around 3+ years' PQE (or equivalent experience)
* Strong background in high-volume litigation, ideally within debt recovery or small claims
* Excellent working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules, Debt Pre-Action Protocols, and MCOL
* Commercially minded, with the ability to balance compliance and operational pace
* Comfortable working to deadlines and targets
* Experience supervising or supporting junior staff is desirable
What's on Offer
* Temporary role with the potential for permanency
* Exposure to large-scale, operational litigation work
* Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a technically led role
* Competitive day rate or salary (depending on engagement type)
This role would suit a solicitor looking for an interim opportunity, a return to the market, or a trial period ahead of a permanent move in a commercially focused litigation environment.
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