Head of Debt Recovery Lawyer, Altrincham/Chester

Overview

In this role you will lead the Debt Recovery department within a respected law firm, guiding strategy and delivery across Chester and Altrincham offices. You will oversee expert debt recovery work while strengthening both existing and new client relationships, shaping the department’s direction and performance. The position offers high-quality, varied caseloads and a clear path for career progression within a supportive, pro‑people environment. You will drive impact by combining leadership with technical debt recovery excellence to support the firm’s client-focused goals.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary and package
• career progression opportunities
• fantastic working environment

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the debt recovery team to ensure high-quality outcomes
• Manage and contribute to debt recovery caseloads with depth of expertise
• Build and strengthen client relationships, both existing and new
• Drive department strategy and alignment with firm objectives
• Collaborate across offices to deliver exceptional service and continuity
• Support talent development and career progression within the team

Key requirements

• Solicitor or Legal Executive or equivalent
• detailed knowledge and technical expertise in debt recovery caseloads
• demonstrated leadership or management experience in a legal environment
• ability to build client relationships and contribute to business development

• relationship management
• leadership
• team-building
• debt recovery processes
• case management in a legal context
• client management in a professional services setting

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