Locum Opportunity – Adult Social Care Debt Recovery Lawyer

We’re working with a North West Local Authority seeking an experienced Debt Recovery Lawyer to join their legal team on an interim basis.

The details:

• Location: North West Council (remote working)

• Contract: Locum / Interim – Ongoing

• Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)

• Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

The role:

• Managing a caseload of adult social care debt recovery matters, including cases involving unpaid residential care and community care charges.

• Advising internal departments on legal processes relating to financial recovery.

• Issuing and defending proceedings in the County Court and High Court where required.

• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other court documentation.

• Negotiating settlements and representing the authority in hearings.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues across legal, finance, and social care teams.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX.

• Previous experience in debt recovery, ideally within adult social care or local government.

• Strong litigation skills and confident handling contested proceedings.

• Clear communicator, able to provide practical advice in a local authority setting.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and well-structured team, where your expertise will make an immediate impact.

To apply please submit your CV or call 0161 470 5505 and ask for Harry Crabtree