The Opportunity : Drive Our Commercial Recovery
We are seeking a proactive and commercially-minded In-House Lawyer, to become a critical asset in managing our company's commercial risk, cash flow, and contract enforcement.
This is a unique opportunity to transition away from traditional private practice, working directly with the CEO, with a high degree of autonomy, directly impacting our bottom line by managing key litigation and debt recovery processes internally.
The Role : What You Will Be Doing
You will be responsible for end-to-end management of all commercial disputes and debt recovery matters, minimising reliance on expensive external counsel.
Key Responsibilities
* Dispute Resolution : Manage contract disputes, moving from pre-action correspondence through to court proceedings.
* Debt Collection & Litigation : Drafting and issuing Letters Before Action (LBA), preparing and issuing County Court Claims, and managing enforcement actions.
* Contract Review : Review and amend standard commercial contracts (terms and conditions, supplier agreements) to strengthen payment clauses, liability limitations, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
* Risk Mitigation : Advise the senior management and finance teams on risk exposure related to outstanding debts and contractual breaches.
* Court Attendance : Act as the company's representative in court (e.g., County Court small claims track hearings) as necessary.
What We Offer
* Competitive Salary : Pro-rata equivalent of £50,000 per annum.
* Flexibility : Full-Time or Part-Time hours, tailored to the demands of the case load.
* Location Flexibility : Choice of Remote, Hybrid, or Office-Based working, provided you can attend Court when required.
* Autonomy : The opportunity to be the company's sole legal expert in this area, giving you direct influence over strategy and outcomes.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Experience
* Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales with a current Practising Certificate.
* Proven recent experience in County Court litigation, specifically dealing with commercial debt recovery and breach of contract claims.
* Strong drafting skills, particularly for legal correspondence (LBA's) and court documents.
* Excellent commercial acumen and the ability to articulate legal risk to non-legal colleagues.
Desirable
* Experience working within a credit control or finance department.
* Familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and Pre-Action Protocols.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your specific experience in commercial litigation and debt recovery.
Job Types
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* Work from home
Application question(s)
* Do you have Strong drafting skills, particularly for legal correspondence (LBA's) and court documents.
* Do you have Excellent commercial acumen and the ability to articulate legal risk to non-legal colleagues?
Experience
* County Court Litigation : 1 year (required)
Licence / Certification
* Practising Certificate (required)
Work Location
Hybrid remote in London NW1
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