Insolvency Executive

Forvis Mazars in the UK; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in the UK is seeking an Insolvency Executive to join our National Bankruptcy Centre – Restructuring & Insolvency. You will support the administration of personal insolvency cases and develop practical experience under guidance from the senior team.

We provide full training, exposure to case portfolios, and opportunities to progress toward professional qualifications while building client and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting/finance/law/business is advantageous but not essential.
• Comfort with numbers and strong written/verbal communication are required.
• Willingness to learn insolvency processes and professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist a senior case administrator across personal insolvency duties.
• Manage communications with clients, creditors, and third parties.
• Maintain case records, diaries, and documentation in line with procedures.
• Support preparation of statutory documents and case reviews.
• Research and analyse information to support case progression.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders and attend events when needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Proactive attitude

Research ability

Education

Degree in accounting/finance/law/business

Tools

IPS Cloud

Job description

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future.

You’ll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you’ll be supported to grow your skills, build meaningful relationships, and contribute from day one. This is an opportunity to develop your career in a business that values curiosity, initiative, and continuous learning.

National Bankruptcy Centre – Restructuring & Insolvency

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Insolvency Executive to join our market-leading personal insolvency team. This role is ideal for someone who wants to build a career in a top 10 professional services firm, specialising in personal insolvency and gain hands-on experience within a supportive, high-performing team.

You will support the administration of insolvency cases while developing the technical knowledge and practical experience needed to progress into full case administration running a portfolio of personal insolvency assignments, dealing with asset recovery, creditor claims, strategic operation of cases and stakeholder management. With training and support, you will have the opportunity to build your own case portfolio within your first 12 months.

About The Role

• Aid and assist an experienced full time case administrator across the duties in their portfolio and build experience liaising with third parties, stakeholders and creditors.
• Manage incoming calls, messages, and post, ensuring prompt and professional communication.
• Maintain case records, archiving, and document control in line with internal procedures.
• Set up new cases on IPS Cloud and prepare the required case documentation.
• Create and update creditor records, ensuring information is accurate and complete.
• Draft routine case correspondence and support the preparation of statutory documentation.
• Monitor case diaries, tasks, and deadlines using IPS Cloud to help keep cases progressing efficiently.
• Prepare statutory case reviews, progress reports, remuneration approval reports, and decision procedure documentation for manager review.
• Support senior team members with case-related research, administration, and follow-up actions.
• Handle creditor queries by telephone and in writing, providing clear and professional responses.
• Liaise with agents, solicitors, and other stakeholders on case matters.
• Analyse bank statements and other personal and company records to support case administration.
• Take minutes at meetings and help track actions arising from them.
• Be proactive in identifying and progressing outstanding matters to support timely case delivery.
• Build strong working relationships with clients and intermediaries, including through attendance at relevant business development and networking events.

What We Are Looking For

We welcome candidates with a strong academic background and a genuine interest in insolvency and dealing with dispute resolution. A degree or qualification in accounting, finance, law, business, or a related field would be advantageous, but it is not essential.

You should be comfortable working with numbers, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be motivated to learn and develop a long-term career in insolvency. Full training will be provided, and support towards professional qualifications may be available for the right candidate in the future.

We Are Particularly Interested In Candidates Who Can Demonstrate

• A professional and confident approach when communicating with clients and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and apply sound judgement.
• A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to learn and develop.
• An interest in supporting the growth and success of the team.
• A willingness to attend networking and business development events when required.
• The ability to research, interpret, and apply information effectively.
• Empathy, resilience, and emotional intelligence when dealing with sensitive and potentially difficult situations.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you cangrowyour skills,belongto a team that values your ideas, and make animpactthat matters.