Job Description

Company Description

Ascent is one of the UK's largest specialist debt recovery law firms with an excellent reputation in the market dealing with debt recovery, mediation, litigation, field services, enforcement, and mortgage lender services.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Director to join the team in our Manchester office. We are looking for a dynamic legal professional who is deeply committed to client service excellence and relationship development. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and demonstrate the ability to deliver high-quality legal advice and solutions tailored to our clients' needs.

Role Profile

As a Legal Director you will be responsible for overseeing legal strategy, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, managing legal risk, and leading legal teams

Key Responsibilities

Proviing premium legal expertise and carrying out high value complex work Leading the Group's work in a specific legal practice area Taking on a key management/leadership role for more junior fee earners including providing legal supervision Manage client expectations effectively on matters and ensures that client expectations are understood and met by the team Managing the Group's relationship with certain key clients

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

3+ years' PQE within mortgage repossession Skilled in managing complex litigation, including judicial reviews and public law proceedings. Strong written and verbal communication skills for legal drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement. Analytical skills to assess legal risks and develop practical solutions. Proven track record of managing legal teams and overseeing casework

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including: Hybrid working model Company Pension Scheme 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (We have a buying holiday scheme that allows you to buy additional holidays during the annual holiday year) Health cash plan Critical illness cover Discounted legal services Season ticket loans Discounted online shopping Discounted gym memberships Cycle to work

Further Information

As part of the Ascent on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, existing employees, clients, partners and other stakeholders.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: Up to 75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Gym membership Life insurance Paid volunteer time Referral programme
Application question(s):

Do you have any CCJ's, voluntary arrangements or are you currently bankrupt? Do you have any unspent criminal convictions? Do you have experience working in financial services?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person