Head of Commercial Debt Recovery in Brighton

Job description

Head of Commercial Debt Recovery | Brighton | Competitive salary

Are you ready to lead a top-tier debt-recovery team to new levels of success as the Head of Commercial Debt Recovery for a renowned regional law firm?

This highly ranked law firm is searching for its newest Head of Commercial Debt Recovery to be based in their central Brighton office.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing a well-established commercial debt recovery function across several offices, mentoring and managing a team that acts for a broad range of clients, including banks, local authorities, and professional service firms.

This team is known for its results-driven approach, recovering significant returns for clients and maintaining one of the strongest reputations in the region.

Key responsibilities for a Head of Commercial Debt Recovery include:

• Developing and executing business development strategies
• Overseeing efficient case progression using specialist workflow software
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant AML and regulatory procedures
• Managing relationships with key clients and building new opportunities
• Working collaboratively across other legal and support teams to drive growth

The ideal candidate for this Head of Commercial Debt Recovery job will have:

• Proven experience in commercial debt recovery
• A track record of successful team leadership and business growth
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Familiarity with debt recovery systems, ideally Nexum
• A good understanding of AML and FSMA regulatory obligations

Additionally, a strong client following and previous experience in a similarly ranked firm are desirable, as are CICM qualifications or equivalent.

Reach out to

Hayley Rose

Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brighton

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English