Legal Officer- Credit Control

A specialist property consultancy based in London is seeking a Legal Officer – Credit Control to join their in-house legal team. This is a vital role providing legal support across credit control, litigation casework and client communication, helping ensure lease compliance and efficient debt recovery within the residential leasehold sector.

The Legal Officer – Credit Control will operate within a busy environment, supporting internal departments and liaising with external clients. With responsibility for managing litigation deadlines and ensuring compliance with Civil Procedure Rules, this is a position well-suited to someone organised, legally astute, and confident working independently. The Legal Officer – Credit Control will have access to a dedicated workstation and work closely with Property Managers and Estates Directors.

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The Legal Officer – Credit Control's role

The Legal Officer – Credit Control will manage the critical litigation diary, ensuring no deadlines are missed and all legal documentation complies with regulatory requirements. The role will involve preparing and serving pre-action letters, issuing claims, drafting witness and case statements, and attending First-tier Tribunal and County Court hearings as required.

The Legal Officer – Credit Control will be responsible for keeping accurate case records, updating owners' rent ledgers, registering judgements, and ensuring legal invoices are correctly raised. There will be a key focus on supporting internal teams, maintaining ISO9001 file standards, and attending regular meetings with Property Managers to update on casework.

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The Legal Officer – Credit Control

To be successful in this role, the Legal Officer – Credit Control should have:

• A relevant legal qualification (e.g. Law degree, CILEX) or demonstrable legal drafting and casework experience.

• Strong knowledge of County Court processes and Leasehold Valuation Tribunal procedures.

• Understanding of leasehold management legislation and debt recovery protocols.

• Experience in legal research using Companies House and Land Registry.

• High attention to detail, problem-solving ability and excellent time management skills.

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

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In Return?

The Legal Officer – Credit Control will benefit from:

• £32,000 – £40,000,

• Exposure to leasehold litigation, debt recovery, and tribunal casework

• Structured professional development and learning opportunities

• A supportive and collaborative team environment

• Regular interaction with clients and internal departments

• A permanent role based at dedicated offices in Central London