At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Debt Recovery Team to manage civil litigation and support public bodies.
- Company: Warwickshire County Council, a dynamic in-house legal department with over 140 professionals.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, health support, and a strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Agile working environment with opportunities for part-time roles.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in debt recovery while enjoying flexible working options.
- Qualifications: Legal qualification or relevant experience in civil litigation required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Warwickshire Legal Services is recruiting up to three dedicated Legal Officers to join our Debt Recovery Team. This role offers a responsible position within a high‑performing team, focusing on debt recovery for Warwickshire County Council and other public bodies. Candidates should have a positive, can‑do attitude and an excellent grounding in civil litigation, capable of working independently at a senior level on debt cases.
Key Requirements
- Genuine interest in civil litigation and debt work.
- Strong client care, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent teamwork and mentoring capabilities.
- High IT literacy and strong administrative skills.
- Either 60 months of relevant experience, or a legal qualification (Law Degree / CILEx Level 6 or equivalent) plus 36 months of relevant experience.
About the Team
Our team is a unique in‑house legal department of over 140 professionals, operating as a business within Warwickshire County Council. We practise agile working, offering the flexibility to work within the office or remotely. Positions are full‑time (37 hours/week) with options for part‑time working.
Benefits
- LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme)
- Generous holiday allowance
- Employee benefits scheme
- Health & Wellbeing support
- Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Closing Date
Thursday 9th July 2026
Equal Opportunities
Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce.
Legal Officer (Debt Recovery) in Warwick employer: WMJobs
Warwickshire County Council offers an exceptional working environment for Legal Officers in the Debt Recovery Team, where you can thrive in a supportive and high-performing culture. With flexible working options, generous benefits including a Local Government Pension Scheme, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this role not only provides meaningful work but also ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a collaborative team of over 140 legal professionals.
