Job Role: Insolvency Lawyer Location: London or Cardiff Salary: Competitive, with comprehensive benefits We are seeking an accomplished Insolvency Lawyer to join a dynamic and highly respected Commercial Disputes team at a well-established law firm.
Known globally for delivering practical, high-quality legal guidance, our client supports financial institutions, investors, businesses, and individuals across a range of sectors, with expertise spanning corporate, financial, and commercial law.
About the Role: Due to strategic growth and strong client demand, an experienced Insolvency Lawyer is needed to focus on insolvency (80%), you will be a crucial advisor to clients on financial restructuring, debt refinancing, bankruptcy procedures, and navigating compliance challenges.
You will also handle some commercial disputes (20%) and be actively involved in negotiating settlements with creditors, liaising with liquidators and administrators, and overseeing insolvency-related litigation.
This role offers a unique opportunity to build your career within a high-calibre, growth-oriented insolvency team with clients across the UK and internationally.
Key Responsibilities: Lead on insolvency-related matters, advising clients on restructuring, debt refinancing, and compliance management, with minimal supervision.
Guide clients through complex bankruptcy processes, offering expert legal counsel on the intricacies of insolvency and financial restructuring.
Handle a limited caseload of commercial disputes, contributing to the broader work of the team.
Actively engage in business development to strengthen relationships with insolvency practitioners and partners across the UK.
Stay informed on the latest in insolvency law and case developments, maintaining top-level advice for client matters.
You'll Need: Significant experience handling contentious insolvency matters, ideally representing IPs, creditors, and business owners.
In-depth knowledge of insolvency legislation, financial restructuring, and recent case law.
Proficiency in negotiating settlements and working directly with liquidators and administrators.
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a collaborative and client-focused approach.
What's on Offer: Balance your time between the office and home to suit your schedule.
Benefits include a cycle-to-work scheme, free yoga, and subsidised chiropractor visits.
A robust development program with biannual promotion opportunities.
Competitive salary, pension, health cash plan, life assurance, and more.
Cardiff or London, with vibrant office locations offering easy access to the scenic Welsh countryside.
About Us: We are a recruitment agency specialising in mid to senior management roles.
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