Good Afternoon, I am currently representing Wokingham Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience We are looking for a Recovery Officer this role will be: NW1 1BD Hybrid The right candidate will: We are seeking a proactive and empathetic Recovery Officer to join the Income & Assessments team on a 6-month interim basis. This role focuses specifically on the recovery of Adult Social Care (ASC) charges, supporting the wider Recovery Team in maximising income for the Local Authority while maintaining a professional and sensitive approach with vulnerable residents. * Proactively recover Adult Social Care debt using appropriate recovery methods. • Manage a caseload of ASC debt recovery matters, including complex and sensitive cases. * Engage with service users and their representatives to resolve queries and negotiate payment plans. * Liaise with internal teams, care providers, and external stakeholders (e.g., enforcement agents, voluntary sector). * Prepare documentation for court hearings and write-off cases. * Administer the Deferred Payments Scheme, ensuring legal and financial safeguards are in place. * Support the Senior Recovery Officer with reporting and service development. * Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and...