Associate or Senior Associate solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE

We are seeking an Associate or Senior Associate solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE in corporate and personal insolvency to join our cross-office Business Support and Insolvency Team. The position is primarily based at our London office. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Partner leading the team and work alongside two junior fee earners. While the candidate will assume immediate supervisory responsibilities in London, they will also be an integral part of the cross-office team and will be expected to cooperate with colleagues in Wales.

The prospective candidate should possess comprehensive experience in all facets of insolvency, encompassing personal and corporate insolvency, and should have engaged in transactional, advisory, and contentious insolvency matters. The team provides services to a diverse clientele, including insolvency practitioners, banks, lenders, investors, directors, companies, and individuals. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with all these client groups.

About you:

You must be able to demonstrate an excellent working knowledge of the Insolvency Act 1986, Insolvency Rules 2016, and Companies Act 2006. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in handling administration appointments, security reviews, sales of businesses, winding-up petitions, bankruptcy petitions, bankruptcy estates, matrimonial home proceedings, transactions at undervalue, preferences, misfeasance, and directors' loan accounts. Experience of appointing and working with LPA Receivers would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience in delegating to and managing junior colleagues, as well as enthusiasm for business development and networking.

Good contacts within the Insolvency Profession and a following would also be advantageous. Additionally, a candidate with a focus on contentious insolvency work, aiming to expand their skills to become a well-rounded insolvency lawyer, would be suitable.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a lively, ambitious solicitor who is flexible, quick-thinking, and enjoys networking and contributing to the growth of a successful and busy insolvency practice.

We support hybrid working, usually with 2-3 days of flexible office attendance based on business requirements.

Skills / Experience Required

• Solid relevant technical expertise and intellectual ability
• Strong analytical skills
• Dedication, determination and loyalty to colleagues, clients and communities
• Collegiate and team-playing approach
• Relationship-driven, approachable and people-oriented
• Excellent client care skills
• Exceptional self-motivation and ability to assume responsibility for your own matters

Skills / Experience Required

• Solid relevant technical expertise and intellectual ability
• Strong analytical skills
• Dedication, determination and loyalty to colleagues, clients and communities
• Collegiate and team-playing approach
• Relationship-driven, approachable and people oriented
• Excellent client care skills
• Exceptional self-motivation and ability to assume responsibility for your own matters