Associate - Insolvency

Fieldfisher; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Dental insurance

Life assurance

Critical illness insurance

Matched pension contributions up to 7%

Holiday trading

Reward & Benefits - Fieldfisher

Job summary

Fieldfisher in London is seeking an Associate in our Insolvency team to handle complex and high-value matters, supporting directors' duties, cross-border restructuring, and insolvency-related litigation. England and Wales qualified lawyers with at least 3 PQE are encouraged to apply.

You will develop junior lawyers, contribute to business development, collaborate across offices, and benefit from a 60:40 hybrid working model in a high-performing, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 PQE.
• England and Wales qualified.
• Experience from a reputable insolvency practice.
• Excellent drafting, case management, organisational and analytical skills.
• Delivers work efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrates ability to support junior team members and contribute to team development.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service and business development.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to contribute positively to team culture, promoting inclusion and collaboration effectively across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Support junior lawyers and trainees with their professional development.
• Assist with business development activities, including networking and marketing initiatives.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service delivery and responsiveness.
• Collaborate effectively across international offices and practice groups.
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing and support innovation, process improvement, and initiatives within the practice.
• Maintain accurate file management, time recording and compliance with professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory obligations.

Skills

Drafting

Case management

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

England & Wales qualified

Job description

Join Fieldfisher as an Associate in our Insolvency team!

*Please note that we do not require any agency support for this role. Any unsolicited CVs sent via agencies not formally engaged on this vacancy will be treated as direct applications.*

About us

At Fieldfisher, it takes everyone.

We're a culture of diverse perspectives, where different experiences, ideas and ambitions come together to make us better. Across 28 offices in 14 countries, our people work collaboratively to help clients navigate complexity, create opportunities and drive positive change.

We believe exceptional work starts with exceptional people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong, can do meaningful work and has the support to develop their career and realise their potential.

Guided by our Values of People First, Embracing Environmental, Social and Governance, and Collaboration, we're building a firm that's ambitious, inclusive and fit for the future.

About the team

Our Restructuring & Insolvency team is recognised for advising on a broad range of complex and high-value matters, supporting insolvency practitioners, lenders, creditors, directors and businesses. Working closely with colleagues across Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Banking teams, the group delivers commercially focused advice on both contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters.

This role offers the chance to work on a diverse caseload spanning directors' duties, cross border insolvency, restructuring, recovery actions and insolvency-related litigation.

As part of a wider European practice, the team collaborates with colleagues across the firm, providing exposure to complex and often multi-jurisdictional matters. The practice continues to grow, creating an exciting opportunity for ambitious lawyers to play a key role in its ongoing development while building strong client relationships and working alongside experienced specialists in the field.

Role Purpose

As an Associate within the Insolvency team, you will combine technical excellence with commercial insight, build trusted client relationships and play an important role in developing junior lawyers and growing the practice.

You'll also contribute to business development activities, knowledge sharing and collaboration across the firm, helping shape the future success of both the team and our clients.

Our career development drivers set out what professionals are expected to demonstrate at each level of development. In this role, the Associate will be expected to contribute across the following areas:

• Business & Financial Management e.g. Effectively manages billing process for some clients.


• Client Focus e.g. Participates in the preparation of knowledge updates and seminars for clients.


• Working with People & Teams e.g. Actively seeks professional development opportunities and more responsibility and delegates to more junior members of the team.


• Business Development e.g. Works with other fee earners to develop relationships with new business prospects and starts to use interaction to cross-sell and look for BD opportunities.


• Technical Skills e.g. Can identify the major sources of legal precedents for practice area, both in house and external.


• Knowledge & Innovation e.g. Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues in different ways e.g. training and has excellent presentation and networking skills.

What you'll do

• Support junior lawyers and trainees with their professional development.


• Assist with business development activities, including networking and marketing initiatives.


• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service delivery and responsiveness.


• Collaborate effectively across international offices and practice groups.


• Contribute to team knowledge sharing and support innovation, process improvement, and initiatives within the practice.


• Maintain accurate file management, time recording and compliance with professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory obligations.

About you

We're looking for a lawyer with strong technical expertise, sound commercial judgement and excellent communication skills. You'll manage complex matters confidently, build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues, and remain focused on delivering exceptional client outcomes.

You'll take ownership of your work, embrace new challenges and thrive in a collaborative, market-facing and high-performing environment. You'll value different perspectives and contribute to the shared success of a supportive team.

Whether you are already recognised for expertise in a particular area or looking to broaden your experience, you'll bring curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning. You'll enjoy sharing knowledge, supporting others' development and building your own skills.

Experience and Qualifications

• At least 3 PQE.


• England and Wales qualified.


• Experience from a reputable insolvency practice.


• Excellent drafting, case management, organisational and analytical skills.


• Delivers work efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality standards.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.


• Demonstrates ability to support junior team members and contribute to team development.


• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service and business development.


• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to contribute positively to team culture, promoting inclusion and collaboration effectively across global teams.

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strengths; varied cultures, approaches and experiences can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.


• In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.


• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.


• Come for the WOW views: Riverbank House is in the City, just next to London Bridge with stunning views of The Shard and Tower Bridge. It's a short walk from Monument/Bank.


• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.


• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher

At Fieldfisher, inclusion is central to how we work. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to succeed.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or once you join us, we will work with you to put the right support in place. Examples include extra time for assessments, accessible document formats, alternative interview formats, quiet rooms, or physical and technological accessibility support.

Please email [e-mail], and your enquiry will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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