Insolvency Practitioner

JR United Kingdom; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Senior Insolvency Consultant in Newcastle-upon-Tyne to provide technical support and manage high-profile insolvencies. Candidates must hold several key insolvency qualifications including IPA certificates and demonstrate strong teamwork and motivational skills. This role presents a significant opportunity to influence UK insolvency practices positively.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have the IPA Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency.
• Awards in Personal Insolvency or Corporate Insolvency are essential.
• ICAEW certificate in Insolvency plus Joint Insolvency Exam required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and handle complex insolvency issues.
• Assist with high-profile insolvency cases.
• Ensure quality in advice given by junior staff.

Skills

Resourcefulness

Self-motivation

Resilience

Supportive team development

Education

IPA Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency

IPA Certificate of Proficiency in Personal Insolvency or Corporate Insolvency

ICAEW certificate in Insolvency

Joint Insolvency Exam

Equivalent qualifications recognized by Insolvency Service or HMRC's IPEP

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Insolvency Practitioner, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: HMRC

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

14.08.2025

Expiry Date:

28.09.2025

Job Description:

Senior Insolvency Consultant

HMRC is seeking a Senior Insolvency Consultant to join a team of 15 insolvency experts across various regional centres, including Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The role involves providing technical advice, supporting high-profile insolvency operations, and contributing to policy development and internal reforms within HMRC. The position offers an opportunity to influence insolvency practices and reduce tax debts, working closely with other government agencies and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the IGP team with technical advice and handle complex insolvency issues.
• Assist operational teams with high-profile insolvency cases.
• Ensure quality in technical insolvency advice provided by junior staff.
• Engage with government bodies on initiatives to combat contrived insolvency and phoenixism.
• Manage relations with insolvency leads in HMRC directorates.
• Develop HMRC guidance for insolvency professionals and modernize internal processes.
• Contribute to internal training and policy reviews, including the Insolvency Profession Exam Programme (IPEP).

Person Specification:

Candidates should be resourceful, self-motivated, resilient, and supportive of team development. Essential qualifications include:

• IPA Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency
• IPA Certificate of Proficiency in Personal Insolvency or Corporate Insolvency
• ICAEW certificate in Insolvency
• Joint Insolvency Exam
• Equivalent qualifications recognized by Insolvency Service or HMRC's IPEP

This role is pivotal for HMRC's insolvency operations and offers a significant opportunity to impact UK insolvency practices positively.