Debt Adviser

North and West Kent Citizens Advice and Kent Law Centre

Sevenoaks, Kent (Hybrid)

Tonbridge, Kent

Gravesend, Kent

Tunbridge Wells, Kent

£28,373 - £32,723 per year, depending on experience, pro-rata for part-time.

Full-time or part-time (Full-time or part-time considered. Minimum of 21 hours over 3 days/week.)

Permanent or contract (Local - Permanent, or Remote - 12 months FTC, with potential to extend subject to funding)

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Job description

Hours: Full or part-time considered. Full-time = 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Part-time must be minimum of 21 hours over 3 days/week

Location: Remote in the UK, or CAKLC office based: Gravesend, Dartford, Swanley, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge or Tunbridge Wells. Some travel will be needed on occasion within Kent for meetings with colleagues and clients. There will be scope for 1-2 days/week home working, dependent on needs of the service.

Do you have experience delivering debt advice and want to help people overcome financial difficulties and build a more secure future?

We’re expanding our specialist debt team to meet growing demand for our services. Every day, we support people facing debt, financial hardship and crisis, helping them understand their options, resolve complex issues and improve their financial wellbeing.

As a Debt Adviser, you’ll provide high-quality debt advice and casework, working with clients by telephone, video and in person. You’ll help people explore their options, negotiate solutions, maximise income and access the support they need to move forward confidently.

We’re looking for someone with:

Experience delivering debt advice at casework level
Strong communication and client advocacy skills
The ability to manage a varied caseload and achieve positive outcomes
A commitment to empowering people and improving access to justice

In return, you’ll join a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to changing lives across Kent. You’ll have opportunities for ongoing professional development, flexible working arrangements and the chance to be part of an organisation that genuinely values its people.

For further information, please download the Debt Adviser (Local) or Debt Adviser (Remote) job pack on our website via the Redirect button.

How to apply

Please send your CV, together with a short covering statement explaining why you are interested in the post and how your experience meets the role requirements.

There is no closing date — we are accepting applications until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.

This role is funded by The Crisis and Resilience Fund, on behalf of the UK government.

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