Overview

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

Providing premium legal expertise and carrying out high value complex workLeading the Group''s work in a specific legal practice areaTaking on a key management/leadership role for more junior fee earners including providing legal supervisionManage client expectations effectively on matters and ensures that client expectations are understood and met by the teamManaging the Group''s relationship with certain key clientsKnowledge, Skills and Experience

3+ years'' PQE within mortgage repossessionSkilled in managing complex litigation, including judicial reviews and public law proceedingsStrong written and verbal communication skills for legal drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder engagementAnalytical skills to assess legal risks and develop practical solutionsProven track record of managing legal teams and overseeing caseworkBenefits

Competitive benefits package including:Hybrid working modelCompany Pension Scheme25 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 planCritical illness coverDiscounted legal servicesSeason ticket loansDiscounted online shoppingDiscounted gym membershipsCycle to workFurther 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.Location

ManchesterOne St Peter''s Square, Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, M2 3AFSub-Department

Technical Litigation (Ascent)Sub-Division

Operations (Ascent)Company

AscentVacancy Type

PermanentLocation

ManchesterSalary

£75,000Apply NowSeniority level

DirectorEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

LegalIndustries

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