Insolvency Assistant Manager

Levitate Recruitment - Accountancy and Insolvency Recruitment Specialists; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Work from home flexibility

Job summary

A leading advisory firm based in Leeds is looking for an Insolvency Assistant Manager to handle a portfolio of complex cases and support management. This role includes training staff and liaising with directors to ensure smooth processes. Candidates should have a solid background in insolvency, particularly in Administrations and Liquidations, along with leadership skills. The salary ranges from £25,000 to £36,000 depending on experience, supplemented by benefits and WFH flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Insolvency at a senior level.
• Experience working on Administrations and Liquidations is essential.
• Ability to manage and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of complex cases.
• Act as the lead on jobs undertaken.
• Prepare statements of affairs and estimated outcome statements.
• Monitor job WIP and costs to budget.
• Identify risk issues and notify management.

Skills

Insolvency knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

CPI qualification

Job description

Insolvency Assistant Manager – Leeds

This leading advisory firm is seeking an Insolvency Assistant Manager to join its established Yorkshire team in accordance with its strategic growth plan.

Location: Leeds

You will take on a portfolio of more complex cases to support the Senior Management team. You will be responsible for managing up to 2 staff whilst on assignment, providing ‘on the job’ training and guidance. Main duties will include:

• Acting as the lead on jobs undertaken
• Liaising with Directors both pre and post-appointment
• Liaising with Solicitors to obtain legal advice on issues incorporating wrongful trading and other antecedent transactions
• Responding promptly to formal communications
• Attending meetings with creditors and shareholders
• Preparing statements of affairs and estimated outcome statements
• Monitoring job WIP and costs to budget
• Allocating costs where appropriate
• Identifying risk issues and drawing them to the attention of management

From the outset, you will have the opportunity to assist with the firm’s marketing activities. As you progress within the role your duties will become more delegation based, preparing you for a move into management.

You will need a proven track record in Insolvency having operated previously at a senior level. Previous experience of working on Administrations and Liquidations is essential and the CPI qualification would be an advantage.

Salary: £25,000 to £36,000 dependant upon experience + benefits package + WFH flexibility