AJ Chambers are working with a top-tier law firm renowned for its excellent culture, strong career development opportunities, and commitment to its people. They are looking for a Restructuring and Insolvency Senior Associate/Managing Associate to join its growing team in London. Responsibilities: Advising clients across a broad range of corporate and personal insolvency matters, including complex restructurings, formal insolvency procedures and contentious insolvency proceedings. Handling insolvency litigation, director and shareholder disputes, recovery actions and other complex commercial disputes. Managing an independent and varied caseload while working closely with partners on significant and high-value matters. Developing legal strategy and providing commercially focused advice tailored to clients' objectives. Drafting court documents, pleadings, applications and technical legal correspondence. Negotiating settlements and engaging with clients, opposing parties and other stakeholders to achieve effective outcomes. Attending client meetings, hearings and conferences, and representing clients in contentious matters where appropriate. Instructing and working closely with leading counsel on complex and high-value disputes. Collaborating with colleagues across the wider disputes practice to develop strategic and commercially driven solutions. Building and maintaining strong client relationships, with increasing responsibility for client management and case strategy. Gaining exposure to sophisticated and high-profile matters while developing technical expertise, commercial judgment and advocacy skills. Taking increasing ownership of complex matters and contributing to the continued growth of a leading independent City practice. Key Requirements: Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with up to 8 year's PQE with strong experience in Restructuring & Insolvency Strong technical and analytical skills with keen attention to detail Excellent drafting and communication skills Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues and clients Enthusiastic and eager to learn within a specialist area of law Collaborative team player aligned with the firm's values Please apply or get in touch with Laura Turner at AJ Chambers.
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
AJ Chambers are working with a top-tier law firm renowned for its excellent culture, strong career development opportunities, and commitment to its people. They are looking for a Restructuring and Insolvency Senior Associate/Managing Associate to join its growing team in London. Responsibilities: Advising clients across a broad range of corporate and personal insolvency matters, including complex restructurings, formal insolvency procedures and contentious insolvency proceedings. Handling insolvency litigation, director and shareholder disputes, recovery actions and other complex commercial disputes. Managing an independent and varied caseload while working closely with partners on significant and high-value matters. Developing legal strategy and providing commercially focused advice tailored to clients' objectives. Drafting court documents, pleadings, applications and technical legal correspondence. Negotiating settlements and engaging with clients, opposing parties and other stakeholders to achieve effective outcomes. Attending client meetings, hearings and conferences, and representing clients in contentious matters where appropriate. Instructing and working closely with leading counsel on complex and high-value disputes. Collaborating with colleagues across the wider disputes practice to develop strategic and commercially driven solutions. Building and maintaining strong client relationships, with increasing responsibility for client management and case strategy. Gaining exposure to sophisticated and high-profile matters while developing technical expertise, commercial judgment and advocacy skills. Taking increasing ownership of complex matters and contributing to the continued growth of a leading independent City practice. Key Requirements: Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with up to 8 year's PQE with strong experience in Restructuring & Insolvency Strong technical and analytical skills with keen attention to detail Excellent drafting and communication skills Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues and clients Enthusiastic and eager to learn within a specialist area of law Collaborative team player aligned with the firm's values Please apply or get in touch with Laura Turner at AJ Chambers.
I am currently working on an excellent opportunity for a Restructuring & Insolvency Manager / Senior Manager to join an established and growing advisory practice based in Kent. This is a commercially focused position offering the opportunity to combine technical restructuring and insolvency work with a significant business development remit. The successful individual will play an important role in developing the firm's presence across Kent and the South East, building relationships with professional intermediaries and generating new business. The Role: Developing new business opportunities through an established network across Kent and the South East. Building and strengthening relationships with solicitors, accountants, lenders and other professional advisers. Generating leads, converting opportunities and contributing to fee income targets. Managing and advising on a range of corporate restructuring, insolvency and advisory assignments. Working closely with Insolvency Practitioners on complex engagements, including scoping assignments and agreeing fees. Contributing to proposals, pitches, networking and the wider growth strategy of the team. Managing client relationships, assignment budgets and developing more junior team members. The Person: At least five years' experience within Restructuring & Insolvency. Strong technical experience across both formal insolvency and advisory assignments. JIEB qualified, or working towards / keen to obtain the qualification. An established network of professional contacts across Kent and the South East would be advantageous. A proven ability or strong appetite for business development and winning new work. Commercially minded, with experience managing client relationships, budgets and fee recovery. Experience managing and developing teams. This is a particularly interesting opportunity for an experienced restructuring professional who enjoys the commercial side of the business and wants greater involvement in generating work, developing relationships and helping shape the future direction of a growing practice. If you are based in Kent or the surrounding areas and would be interested in exploring this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
I am currently working on an excellent opportunity for a Restructuring & Insolvency Manager / Senior Manager to join an established and growing advisory practice based in Kent. This is a commercially focused position offering the opportunity to combine technical restructuring and insolvency work with a significant business development remit. The successful individual will play an important role in developing the firm's presence across Kent and the South East, building relationships with professional intermediaries and generating new business. The Role: Developing new business opportunities through an established network across Kent and the South East. Building and strengthening relationships with solicitors, accountants, lenders and other professional advisers. Generating leads, converting opportunities and contributing to fee income targets. Managing and advising on a range of corporate restructuring, insolvency and advisory assignments. Working closely with Insolvency Practitioners on complex engagements, including scoping assignments and agreeing fees. Contributing to proposals, pitches, networking and the wider growth strategy of the team. Managing client relationships, assignment budgets and developing more junior team members. The Person: At least five years' experience within Restructuring & Insolvency. Strong technical experience across both formal insolvency and advisory assignments. JIEB qualified, or working towards / keen to obtain the qualification. An established network of professional contacts across Kent and the South East would be advantageous. A proven ability or strong appetite for business development and winning new work. Commercially minded, with experience managing client relationships, budgets and fee recovery. Experience managing and developing teams. This is a particularly interesting opportunity for an experienced restructuring professional who enjoys the commercial side of the business and wants greater involvement in generating work, developing relationships and helping shape the future direction of a growing practice. If you are based in Kent or the surrounding areas and would be interested in exploring this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Imperium Financial Recruitment
Manchester, Lancashire
Senior Corporate Recovery Manager / Director Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and appointment level Take a leading role in complex corporate recovery work and help shape the continued success of an established insolvency practice. Imperium Financial Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Corporate Recovery Manager or Director for a well-established firm of Corporate Insolvency Practitioners based in Manchester. This opportunity would suit an experienced Senior Manager seeking greater responsibility or a Director looking for a fresh challenge within a respected specialist firm. Combining technical case oversight, team leadership and client relationship management, the role offers scope to make a significant contribution to the practice. The position and level of responsibility will be tailored to the successful candidate's experience. The role Working closely with the firm's senior leadership, you will oversee a varied portfolio of corporate insolvency and recovery assignments, ensuring cases progress effectively and teams receive clear direction. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing complex corporate insolvency appointments, including administrations, Creditors' Voluntary Liquidations and Members' Voluntary Liquidations. Managing assignments from initial enquiry and pre-appointment planning through to completion. Reviewing financial information, assessing available options and supporting the development of practical strategies for distressed businesses. Providing technical oversight on case strategy, asset realisations, investigations and creditor matters. Managing relationships with directors, lenders, creditors, solicitors, agents and other professional advisers. Reviewing reports, statutory documentation and key correspondence for accuracy and quality. Monitoring case progression, budgets, work in progress and fee recovery. Leading, mentoring and developing managers and case administration staff. Identifying and resolving complex issues, escalating matters where appropriate. Supporting compliance, file reviews and improvements to case management procedures. Contributing to business development, maintaining introducer relationships and identifying opportunities for new instructions. At Director level, you will also be expected to make a broader contribution to practice management, team performance and the firm's growth strategy. About you You will have substantial experience in corporate insolvency and recovery, with a proven ability to oversee complex assignments and lead teams. You will bring: A strong technical understanding of corporate insolvency procedures. Experience at Senior Manager or Director level, or clear readiness to step into a more senior position. Sound commercial judgement and the confidence to make and communicate case decisions. A track record of managing professional relationships and delivering high-quality work. Strong leadership skills, including experience developing colleagues and reviewing their work. The ability to balance technical requirements, commercial considerations and stakeholder expectations. Effective financial management of assignments, including budgets, fees and recoveries. A proactive approach to building relationships and contributing to the wider practice. JIEB qualification and/or an Insolvency Practitioner licence would be advantageous. Experienced candidates with a strong corporate recovery background are also encouraged to apply. An established introducer network or track record of generating instructions would be particularly valuable for a Director-level appointment. The opportunity A senior position within a well-established Manchester insolvency practice. Responsibility for varied and complex corporate recovery assignments. The opportunity to influence team development, case strategy and business performance. Close involvement with the firm's senior leadership. Scope to shape the role around your experience, strengths and career ambitions.
Nov 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Corporate Recovery Manager / Director Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and appointment level Take a leading role in complex corporate recovery work and help shape the continued success of an established insolvency practice. Imperium Financial Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Corporate Recovery Manager or Director for a well-established firm of Corporate Insolvency Practitioners based in Manchester. This opportunity would suit an experienced Senior Manager seeking greater responsibility or a Director looking for a fresh challenge within a respected specialist firm. Combining technical case oversight, team leadership and client relationship management, the role offers scope to make a significant contribution to the practice. The position and level of responsibility will be tailored to the successful candidate's experience. The role Working closely with the firm's senior leadership, you will oversee a varied portfolio of corporate insolvency and recovery assignments, ensuring cases progress effectively and teams receive clear direction. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing complex corporate insolvency appointments, including administrations, Creditors' Voluntary Liquidations and Members' Voluntary Liquidations. Managing assignments from initial enquiry and pre-appointment planning through to completion. Reviewing financial information, assessing available options and supporting the development of practical strategies for distressed businesses. Providing technical oversight on case strategy, asset realisations, investigations and creditor matters. Managing relationships with directors, lenders, creditors, solicitors, agents and other professional advisers. Reviewing reports, statutory documentation and key correspondence for accuracy and quality. Monitoring case progression, budgets, work in progress and fee recovery. Leading, mentoring and developing managers and case administration staff. Identifying and resolving complex issues, escalating matters where appropriate. Supporting compliance, file reviews and improvements to case management procedures. Contributing to business development, maintaining introducer relationships and identifying opportunities for new instructions. At Director level, you will also be expected to make a broader contribution to practice management, team performance and the firm's growth strategy. About you You will have substantial experience in corporate insolvency and recovery, with a proven ability to oversee complex assignments and lead teams. You will bring: A strong technical understanding of corporate insolvency procedures. Experience at Senior Manager or Director level, or clear readiness to step into a more senior position. Sound commercial judgement and the confidence to make and communicate case decisions. A track record of managing professional relationships and delivering high-quality work. Strong leadership skills, including experience developing colleagues and reviewing their work. The ability to balance technical requirements, commercial considerations and stakeholder expectations. Effective financial management of assignments, including budgets, fees and recoveries. A proactive approach to building relationships and contributing to the wider practice. JIEB qualification and/or an Insolvency Practitioner licence would be advantageous. Experienced candidates with a strong corporate recovery background are also encouraged to apply. An established introducer network or track record of generating instructions would be particularly valuable for a Director-level appointment. The opportunity A senior position within a well-established Manchester insolvency practice. Responsibility for varied and complex corporate recovery assignments. The opportunity to influence team development, case strategy and business performance. Close involvement with the firm's senior leadership. Scope to shape the role around your experience, strengths and career ambitions.
Practice Group / Department: General Banking & Restructuring - London Job Description Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide a full scope of legal services to the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions. Our vision is to be a world class business, profitable, ambitious, cooperative and considerate, supporting our clients and people through our global business principles of Quality, Unity and Integrity. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us. Our strategy and culture are closed connected - defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we are looking for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do - ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next. Because while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary. The Team The team sits within Norton Rose Fulbright's wider litigation and disputes practice and works closely with colleagues across restructuring and insolvency, banking and finance and financial institutions. The practice advises clients on complex, high-value and often cross-border commercial disputes, with particular strength in matters involving financial institutions, energy, infrastructure, transport, mining and commodities. The team acts for a broad range of clients including corporates, financial institutions, banks, investment funds, creditors, insolvency office holders, directors and other stakeholders. Its work covers complex commercial litigation, civil fraud, asset tracing and recovery, banking and finance disputes, enforcement and contentious insolvency matters, as well as disputes arising from restructuring and financial distress. The team regularly works with Norton Rose Fulbright's international network on multi-jurisdictional disputes and with lawyers across the firm's restructuring and insolvency and banking and finance practices where disputes involve financial distress, insolvency proceedings, enforcement or complex financing structures. This provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters across a range of sectors and to develop a practice combining leading commercial disputes work with specialist insolvency experience. The Role We are looking to recruit an exceptional Senior Associate or Counsel to play a leading role within our litigation and disputes practice, with particular experience of disputes arising in the context of insolvency, restructuring and financial distress. Experience of civil fraud, asset tracing and recovery would be particularly valuable. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value and often cross-border commercial disputes, while taking significant responsibility for client relationships, matter management and junior lawyer development. The successful candidate will be a strong commercial litigator with a proven track record of advising on complex and contentious matters, together with experience of insolvency and restructuring-related disputes. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead matters and transaction teams, work closely with colleagues across our international network and support the strategic growth of the practice. The role will involve advising on a broad range of commercial and corporate disputes, including complex litigation, civil fraud, asset tracing and recovery, banking and finance disputes, enforcement and cross-border disputes, as well as contentious matters arising from insolvency and restructuring situations. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work alongside lawyers across our restructuring and insolvency, banking and finance and financial institutions practices on complex and high-value matters. The role will suit a lawyer who is comfortable operating at the intersection of commercial disputes and financial distress, and who can bring strong litigation and dispute resolution expertise to matters involving insolvency-related issues. Key Skills and Experience. The ideal candidate will have/be: Qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales (candidates with experience from other jurisdictions may also be considered). Experience at a top-tier UK, US or international law firm, with a strong focus on commercial litigation and disputes. A strong academic background, with excellent knowledge of English commercial and civil litigation law and procedure. Significant experience of banking and finance disputes as well as civil fraud and asset recovery and enforcement matters. Significant experience of disputes arising in the context of insolvency, restructuring or financial distress, including claims involving insolvency office holders, creditors, directors, counterparties and other stakeholders. Experience in financial services firm insolvency and special administration regimes would be highly desirable. Experience of complex commercial disputes, including High Court litigation, commercial contractual disputes, shareholder or corporate disputes, urgent interim applications and/or other complex contentious matters. Strong experience of developing and executing litigation and dispute resolution strategies, including court applications, negotiation, mediation, arbitration and/or other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Experience of working on cross-border disputes and the ability to coordinate effectively with lawyers, clients and other advisers across multiple jurisdictions. A strong track record of leading complex matters, managing client relationships and taking responsibility for matter strategy, client advice and delivery. Excellent technical, drafting, advocacy, negotiation and written and oral communication skills. Strong commercial awareness, sound judgement and strategic thinking, with the ability to understand and respond to clients' wider commercial objectives. Confidence supervising junior lawyers and contributing to the development and mentoring of the wider team. Experience supporting business development and helping to grow and strengthen client relationships. Diversity, Equity an
Nov 09, 2026
Full time
Practice Group / Department: General Banking & Restructuring - London Job Description Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide a full scope of legal services to the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions. Our vision is to be a world class business, profitable, ambitious, cooperative and considerate, supporting our clients and people through our global business principles of Quality, Unity and Integrity. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us. Our strategy and culture are closed connected - defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we are looking for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do - ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next. Because while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary. The Team The team sits within Norton Rose Fulbright's wider litigation and disputes practice and works closely with colleagues across restructuring and insolvency, banking and finance and financial institutions. The practice advises clients on complex, high-value and often cross-border commercial disputes, with particular strength in matters involving financial institutions, energy, infrastructure, transport, mining and commodities. The team acts for a broad range of clients including corporates, financial institutions, banks, investment funds, creditors, insolvency office holders, directors and other stakeholders. Its work covers complex commercial litigation, civil fraud, asset tracing and recovery, banking and finance disputes, enforcement and contentious insolvency matters, as well as disputes arising from restructuring and financial distress. The team regularly works with Norton Rose Fulbright's international network on multi-jurisdictional disputes and with lawyers across the firm's restructuring and insolvency and banking and finance practices where disputes involve financial distress, insolvency proceedings, enforcement or complex financing structures. This provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters across a range of sectors and to develop a practice combining leading commercial disputes work with specialist insolvency experience. The Role We are looking to recruit an exceptional Senior Associate or Counsel to play a leading role within our litigation and disputes practice, with particular experience of disputes arising in the context of insolvency, restructuring and financial distress. Experience of civil fraud, asset tracing and recovery would be particularly valuable. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value and often cross-border commercial disputes, while taking significant responsibility for client relationships, matter management and junior lawyer development. The successful candidate will be a strong commercial litigator with a proven track record of advising on complex and contentious matters, together with experience of insolvency and restructuring-related disputes. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead matters and transaction teams, work closely with colleagues across our international network and support the strategic growth of the practice. The role will involve advising on a broad range of commercial and corporate disputes, including complex litigation, civil fraud, asset tracing and recovery, banking and finance disputes, enforcement and cross-border disputes, as well as contentious matters arising from insolvency and restructuring situations. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work alongside lawyers across our restructuring and insolvency, banking and finance and financial institutions practices on complex and high-value matters. The role will suit a lawyer who is comfortable operating at the intersection of commercial disputes and financial distress, and who can bring strong litigation and dispute resolution expertise to matters involving insolvency-related issues. Key Skills and Experience. The ideal candidate will have/be: Qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales (candidates with experience from other jurisdictions may also be considered). Experience at a top-tier UK, US or international law firm, with a strong focus on commercial litigation and disputes. A strong academic background, with excellent knowledge of English commercial and civil litigation law and procedure. Significant experience of banking and finance disputes as well as civil fraud and asset recovery and enforcement matters. Significant experience of disputes arising in the context of insolvency, restructuring or financial distress, including claims involving insolvency office holders, creditors, directors, counterparties and other stakeholders. Experience in financial services firm insolvency and special administration regimes would be highly desirable. Experience of complex commercial disputes, including High Court litigation, commercial contractual disputes, shareholder or corporate disputes, urgent interim applications and/or other complex contentious matters. Strong experience of developing and executing litigation and dispute resolution strategies, including court applications, negotiation, mediation, arbitration and/or other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Experience of working on cross-border disputes and the ability to coordinate effectively with lawyers, clients and other advisers across multiple jurisdictions. A strong track record of leading complex matters, managing client relationships and taking responsibility for matter strategy, client advice and delivery. Excellent technical, drafting, advocacy, negotiation and written and oral communication skills. Strong commercial awareness, sound judgement and strategic thinking, with the ability to understand and respond to clients' wider commercial objectives. Confidence supervising junior lawyers and contributing to the development and mentoring of the wider team. Experience supporting business development and helping to grow and strengthen client relationships. Diversity, Equity an
Imperium Financial Recruitment
Manchester, Lancashire
Bankruptcy Administrator Location: Cheshire Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Put your bankruptcy experience to work in a busy specialist insolvency practice. Imperium Financial Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Bankruptcy Administrator to join a busy firm of Corporate Insolvency Specialists based in Cheshire. This opportunity would suit someone with practical experience of administering bankruptcy cases who enjoys investigating financial affairs, progressing cases and working closely with Insolvency Practitioners. You will take responsibility for an allocated portfolio, handling day-to-day case administration and helping to achieve the best possible outcome for creditors. The role Working closely with the firm's Insolvency Practitioners and senior colleagues, your responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of bankruptcy cases from appointment through to closure, with appropriate supervision. Investigating bankrupt individuals' financial affairs, assets, liabilities and previous transactions. Identifying and progressing asset realisations, including property interests, in conjunction with senior colleagues and professional advisers. Liaising with bankrupt individuals, creditors, solicitors, agents, the Official Receiver and other relevant parties. Preparing correspondence, reports, notices and case documentation. Reviewing creditor claims and assisting with distributions. Monitoring case deadlines and maintaining accurate, up-to-date records. Reviewing receipts and payments and liaising with the cashiering team. Identifying potential recovery actions and escalating complex or contentious matters. Providing clear updates on case progression, outstanding issues and next steps. Preparing cases for closure and ensuring outstanding matters are resolved. About you Previous hands-on experience of bankruptcy administration within an insolvency practice is essential. This is not a trainee position. You will bring: A sound understanding of bankruptcy procedures and the practical requirements of case administration. Experience of progressing bankruptcy cases and managing competing deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accurate written communication. A professional and confident approach when dealing with creditors, bankrupt individuals and external advisers. The ability to work independently within your experience level and recognise when to seek guidance. An investigative mindset and a proactive approach to resolving outstanding matters. Good organisational skills and the ability to contribute effectively within a busy team. A relevant insolvency qualification, such as the CPI, would be advantageous but is not essential where suitable practical experience can be demonstrated. The opportunity This role offers varied bankruptcy work within a specialist insolvency environment, with exposure to experienced practitioners and the opportunity to build on your existing technical and case management skills.
Nov 09, 2026
Full time
Bankruptcy Administrator Location: Cheshire Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Put your bankruptcy experience to work in a busy specialist insolvency practice. Imperium Financial Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Bankruptcy Administrator to join a busy firm of Corporate Insolvency Specialists based in Cheshire. This opportunity would suit someone with practical experience of administering bankruptcy cases who enjoys investigating financial affairs, progressing cases and working closely with Insolvency Practitioners. You will take responsibility for an allocated portfolio, handling day-to-day case administration and helping to achieve the best possible outcome for creditors. The role Working closely with the firm's Insolvency Practitioners and senior colleagues, your responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of bankruptcy cases from appointment through to closure, with appropriate supervision. Investigating bankrupt individuals' financial affairs, assets, liabilities and previous transactions. Identifying and progressing asset realisations, including property interests, in conjunction with senior colleagues and professional advisers. Liaising with bankrupt individuals, creditors, solicitors, agents, the Official Receiver and other relevant parties. Preparing correspondence, reports, notices and case documentation. Reviewing creditor claims and assisting with distributions. Monitoring case deadlines and maintaining accurate, up-to-date records. Reviewing receipts and payments and liaising with the cashiering team. Identifying potential recovery actions and escalating complex or contentious matters. Providing clear updates on case progression, outstanding issues and next steps. Preparing cases for closure and ensuring outstanding matters are resolved. About you Previous hands-on experience of bankruptcy administration within an insolvency practice is essential. This is not a trainee position. You will bring: A sound understanding of bankruptcy procedures and the practical requirements of case administration. Experience of progressing bankruptcy cases and managing competing deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accurate written communication. A professional and confident approach when dealing with creditors, bankrupt individuals and external advisers. The ability to work independently within your experience level and recognise when to seek guidance. An investigative mindset and a proactive approach to resolving outstanding matters. Good organisational skills and the ability to contribute effectively within a busy team. A relevant insolvency qualification, such as the CPI, would be advantageous but is not essential where suitable practical experience can be demonstrated. The opportunity This role offers varied bankruptcy work within a specialist insolvency environment, with exposure to experienced practitioners and the opportunity to build on your existing technical and case management skills.
Senior Solicitor Grade 10 £54,143 - £56,293 (bar at £55,224) Deadline for applications: 13th November Put your legal experience to work for Manchester This is a rare opportunity to join one of the largest and most respected local authority legal teams in the country. You'll work alongside talented and supportive colleagues on a diverse portfolio of property litigation, debt recovery and public sector litigation matters that genuinely make a difference to the city. We welcome applications from both existing Senior Lawyers seeking a new challenge and experienced litigators who are ready to step into a senior role. If you have the technical expertise, commercial awareness and ambition to take the next step, we can offer high-quality work, genuine responsibility, excellent support and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career with Manchester City Council. You will work closely with colleagues across Legal Services, Adult Social Care, Corporate, Housing and Finance, providing strategic legal advice and representation on matters that directly impact the Council's ability to protect public assets, recover public funds and deliver services effectively. This is a high-performing team working on high profile and exciting work. About the Role As a Senior Lawyer, you will manage a complex and diverse caseload and provide expert legal advice across a range of litigation matters. Key responsibilities will include: Advising on all aspects of property litigation, including, trespass, nuisance, rights of way, boundary disputes and land-related enforcement matters. Leading on the recovery of Adult Social Care debt and insolvency matters. Conducting and managing litigation in the County Court, High Court and tribunals. Providing proactive and commercially focused legal advice to internal clients and senior officers. Preparing legal documentation, pleadings, witness statements and settlement agreements. Instructing counsel and managing external legal support where required. Supporting strategic decision-making by identifying and managing legal risk. Managing, supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, legal officers and trainees. Deputise for the Principal Lawyer Contributing to service improvements and the ongoing development of Legal Services. Why Manchester? Our Legal Services team is highly regarded for the quality of its advice, innovation and commitment to delivering excellent outcomes. We support one of the UK's most dynamic and diverse cities and work across a broad range of complex and high-profile matters. In return we offer: Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Health and wellbeing support. Employee benefits and discounts. A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment. More than a job, this is Manchester Join us and use your legal expertise to make a real difference to the city, its communities and the residents we serve. Apply now and help shape the future of Manchester. About the Candidate: You will be a qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive holding litigation rights and a current practising certificate and will have significant experience of litigation practice. You will be able to demonstrate: Substantial experience in civil litigation. Strong expertise in property litigation and landlord and tenant matters. Experience of debt recovery and enforcement proceedings. Excellent advocacy, negotiation and case management skills. The ability to provide clear, practical and solution-focused legal advice. Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills. Experience of building effective relationships with clients and stakeholders. The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience of local government legal practice and Adult Social Care debt recovery would be advantageous, although candidates with transferable litigation experience from private practice, central government or other public sector organisations are encouraged to apply. To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Libby Smith at Hays Legal on or . Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Nov 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Solicitor Grade 10 £54,143 - £56,293 (bar at £55,224) Deadline for applications: 13th November Put your legal experience to work for Manchester This is a rare opportunity to join one of the largest and most respected local authority legal teams in the country. You'll work alongside talented and supportive colleagues on a diverse portfolio of property litigation, debt recovery and public sector litigation matters that genuinely make a difference to the city. We welcome applications from both existing Senior Lawyers seeking a new challenge and experienced litigators who are ready to step into a senior role. If you have the technical expertise, commercial awareness and ambition to take the next step, we can offer high-quality work, genuine responsibility, excellent support and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career with Manchester City Council. You will work closely with colleagues across Legal Services, Adult Social Care, Corporate, Housing and Finance, providing strategic legal advice and representation on matters that directly impact the Council's ability to protect public assets, recover public funds and deliver services effectively. This is a high-performing team working on high profile and exciting work. About the Role As a Senior Lawyer, you will manage a complex and diverse caseload and provide expert legal advice across a range of litigation matters. Key responsibilities will include: Advising on all aspects of property litigation, including, trespass, nuisance, rights of way, boundary disputes and land-related enforcement matters. Leading on the recovery of Adult Social Care debt and insolvency matters. Conducting and managing litigation in the County Court, High Court and tribunals. Providing proactive and commercially focused legal advice to internal clients and senior officers. Preparing legal documentation, pleadings, witness statements and settlement agreements. Instructing counsel and managing external legal support where required. Supporting strategic decision-making by identifying and managing legal risk. Managing, supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, legal officers and trainees. Deputise for the Principal Lawyer Contributing to service improvements and the ongoing development of Legal Services. Why Manchester? Our Legal Services team is highly regarded for the quality of its advice, innovation and commitment to delivering excellent outcomes. We support one of the UK's most dynamic and diverse cities and work across a broad range of complex and high-profile matters. In return we offer: Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Health and wellbeing support. Employee benefits and discounts. A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment. More than a job, this is Manchester Join us and use your legal expertise to make a real difference to the city, its communities and the residents we serve. Apply now and help shape the future of Manchester. About the Candidate: You will be a qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive holding litigation rights and a current practising certificate and will have significant experience of litigation practice. You will be able to demonstrate: Substantial experience in civil litigation. Strong expertise in property litigation and landlord and tenant matters. Experience of debt recovery and enforcement proceedings. Excellent advocacy, negotiation and case management skills. The ability to provide clear, practical and solution-focused legal advice. Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills. Experience of building effective relationships with clients and stakeholders. The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience of local government legal practice and Adult Social Care debt recovery would be advantageous, although candidates with transferable litigation experience from private practice, central government or other public sector organisations are encouraged to apply. To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Libby Smith at Hays Legal on or . Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
