Insolvency Associate 4+ Pqe

Anakin Seal Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Annual bonus

Job summary

Anakin Seal Legal's national practice in Manchester is seeking an Associate in Restructuring & Insolvency with 4+ PQE. You will advise on both contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters for a broad client base, including office holders, lenders and directors.

The role offers exposure to high-quality restructuring work, direct partner support, and clear career progression within a collaborative firm culture. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• This role requires 4+ years' PQE in restructuring and insolvency or related advisory work.
• Strong technical and commercial skills are essential.
• Excellent client communication and relationship management.
• Ability to manage matters independently where appropriate.
• Proactive, collaborative and business development oriented.

Responsibilities

• Advising office holders, lenders, directors and stakeholders on restructuring and insolvency matters.
• Acting on distressed business and asset sales.
• Managing a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters.
• Supporting partners on complex restructuring transactions.
• Developing and maintaining client and referrer relationships.

Skills

Tech & commercial skills

Client relationship

Time management

Business development

Collaboration

Independence

Job description

Associate – Restructuring & Insolvency 4+ PQE

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Restructuring & Insolvency Associate to join a global firm at its highly regarded national practice in Manchester.

Working as part of a well-established cross-office team, you will advise a broad range of clients on both contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters, including office holders, lenders, directors, insolvency practitioners and other key stakeholders.

This role offers excellent exposure to complex restructuring work, insolvency litigation and distressed transactions within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent role for a solicitor looking to develop their expertise across the full spectrum of restructuring and insolvency work. You'll be encouraged to take ownership of matters, build client relationships and play an active role in business development activities.

The team is known for its collaborative culture, providing Associates with direct partner support, high-quality work and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.

• Key Responsibilities
• Advising office holders, lenders, directors and other stakeholders on restructuring and insolvency matters
• Acting on distressed business and asset sales
• Managing a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters
• Breach of duty claims
• Transactions at an undervalue
• Preference claims
• Other insolvency-related disputes
• Supporting partners on complex restructuring and insolvency transactions
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key referrers, including insolvency practitioners and accountancy firms
• Contributing to business development initiatives, client seminars and thought leadership activities
• Managing files efficiently and meeting billing and performance targets
• Assisting with the continued growth of the team's profile across the North West market

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• A minimum of 4 years' PQE in restructuring and insolvency
• Experience in contentious, non-contentious, or mixed insolvency and restructuring work
• Strong technical and commercial skills
• The ability to manage matters independently where appropriate
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• A genuine interest in business development and networking
• A flexible and collaborative mindset

What's on Offer?

High-quality restructuring and insolvency work

Exposure to complex contentious and transactional matters

Strong partner support and mentoring

National client base and referral network

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Hybrid working arrangements

Clear career progression opportunities

This is an outstanding opportunity for an Insolvency Associate looking to join a respected and growing team with a strong reputation in the market. You'll benefit from high-calibre work, direct client exposure and excellent career development prospects within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.