Debt Recovery Solicitor

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Role: Debt Recovery Solicitor – Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire – Salary: £30,000 to £45,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits – Work pattern: Full Time | Permanent | Office Based with Modern Working Environment

CRA Consulting is recruiting a Debt Recovery Solicitor to join a rapidly growing legal and financial services firm. The role is part of a UK group employing over 500 staff, delivering specialist debt recovery and litigation services to commercial clients. The successful candidate will work within a target-driven environment, managing their own caseload and providing commercially minded legal advice.

Responsibilities

  • Managing a defended caseload of debt recovery and litigation matters from inception through to resolution
  • Handling small claims, fast-track and multi-track litigation matters
  • Reviewing complex and high-value pre-legal accounts and advising on litigation strategy
  • Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications and court documentation
  • Preparing court bundles and supporting cases through the litigation process
  • Advising clients on prospects of recovery, litigation risks and commercially focused solutions
  • Liaising with courts, enforcement agents and third-party providers to progress matters efficiently
  • Conducting insolvency-related recovery work including Bankruptcy Petitions and Winding Up proceedings
  • Managing Return of Goods claims and associated recovery actions
  • Maintaining high levels of client care and ensuring matters are progressed proactively through a structured diary management system
  • Supporting the wider legal team and contributing to business objectives and service standards

Qualifications

  • Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Litigation Fee Earner
  • Previous experience handling debt recovery, civil litigation or defended litigation matters
  • Strong understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules
  • Confident drafting skills including pleadings, witness statements and applications
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a busy caseload effectively
  • Commercially aware with a practical and client-focused approach
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Experience of insolvency litigation or enforcement action would be advantageous
  • Motivated individual who enjoys working within a fast-paced legal environment

Benefits

  • Salary between £30,000 and £45,000 depending on experience
  • Bonus scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Standard sick pay and parental leave
  • Long-term career progression opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative team culture
  • Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable organisation

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Job Description:

Role: Debt Recovery Solicitor – Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire – Salary: £30,000 to £45,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits – Work pattern: Full Time | Permanent | Office Based with Modern Working Environment

CRA Consulting is recruiting a Debt Recovery Solicitor to join a rapidly growing legal and financial services firm. The role is part of a UK group employing over 500 staff, delivering specialist debt recovery and litigation services to commercial clients. The successful candidate will work within a target-driven environment, managing their own caseload and providing commercially minded legal advice.

Responsibilities

  • Managing a defended caseload of debt recovery and litigation matters from inception through to resolution
  • Handling small claims, fast-track and multi-track litigation matters
  • Reviewing complex and high-value pre-legal accounts and advising on litigation strategy
  • Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications and court documentation
  • Preparing court bundles and supporting cases through the litigation process
  • Advising clients on prospects of recovery, litigation risks and commercially focused solutions
  • Liaising with courts, enforcement agents and third-party providers to progress matters efficiently
  • Conducting insolvency-related recovery work including Bankruptcy Petitions and Winding Up proceedings
  • Managing Return of Goods claims and associated recovery actions
  • Maintaining high levels of client care and ensuring matters are progressed proactively through a structured diary management system
  • Supporting the wider legal team and contributing to business objectives and service standards

Qualifications

  • Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Litigation Fee Earner
  • Previous experience handling debt recovery, civil litigation or defended litigation matters
  • Strong understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules
  • Confident drafting skills including pleadings, witness statements and applications
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a busy caseload effectively
  • Commercially aware with a practical and client-focused approach
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Experience of insolvency litigation or enforcement action would be advantageous
  • Motivated individual who enjoys working within a fast-paced legal environment

Benefits

  • Salary between £30,000 and £45,000 depending on experience
  • Bonus scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Standard sick pay and parental leave
  • Long-term career progression opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative team culture
  • Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable organisation

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Posted: May 16th, 2026