Insolvency Practitioner (Corporate)

Anderson Brookes Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Access to professional networks

Laptop and home-working setup provided

Job summary

Anderson Brookes Ltd in Manchester is looking for an Insolvency Practitioner to manage a range of corporate insolvency cases. The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience, strong negotiation, and analytical skills, as well as a solid knowledge of insolvency law.

You will work in a flexible environment, where opportunities for remote or hybrid work are available. The successful candidate will engage in contentious claims while collaborating with directors and legal partners to achieve successful outcomes.

The position offers a competitive salary between £55,000 and £75,000 based on experience, along with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar insolvency role focused on contentious work.
• Strong working knowledge of the Insolvency Act 1986.
• Proficiency in IPS Cloud or similar case management systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monetise contentious insolvency claims.
• Liaise with directors, legal partners, and funders.
• Handle a portfolio of contentious insolvency cases.
• Negotiate settlements and oversee litigation strategies.
• Contribute to internal claims management procedures.

Skills

Insolvency law knowledge

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Tools

IPS Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Insolvency Practitioner (Corporate)

• Location: Remote (UK-wide), Hybrid, or Office-Based (Greater Manchester)
• Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 depending on experience
• Company Share Option: after a qualifying period
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in insolvenc y

Interested? Email [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Joining a successful, growing insolvency practice dealing with asset realisations and antecedent transaction claims against directors of liquidated companies as an appointment taking insolvency practitioner. The successful candidate will take joint corporate insolvency appointments whilst dealing with any claims issued against directors on their cases.

The Role

Initially, you will be allocated a wide range of cases where a possible claim against the director has been identified. You will be responsible for the management and monetisation of contentious insolvency claims, working closely with directors and legal partners to deliver recoveries via settlement or litigation.

There will be no requirement to win new insolvency work.

Key responsibilities

• Taking joint corporate insolvency appointments with the existing IP
• Handling a portfolio of contentious insolvency cases from investigation through to resolution
• Identifying, acquiring, and progressing claims (e.g., misfeasance, antecedent transactions, wrongful trading)
• Liaising with the existing IP, solicitors, counsel, funders, and litigation partners
• Negotiating settlements and overseeing litigation strategies
• Contributing to the development of internal claims management procedures
• Supporting the wider case team in managing statutory and compliance obligations

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar insolvency role, with a focus on contentious or investigatory work
• Strong working knowledge of the Insolvency Act 1986 and associated litigation and enforcement strategiesProven ability to manage a portfolio of contentious insolvency claims from identification through to resolution
• Proficiency in IPS Cloud or similar insolvency case management systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to wider team goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation and drafting abilities
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines
• Commercial awareness and a results-driven mindset, particularly in relation to case monetisation and cost recovery

The ideal candidate will have

• Strong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills
• Strong technical, drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £55,000 – £75,000 depending on experience
• Flexible working arrangements: fully remote, hybrid, or office-based
• JIEB qualified and ongoing CPD
• Annual performance reviews and progression plans
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Access to professional networks
• Modern digital tools and systems for effective remote work
• Regular team meetups, training sessions, and networking events
• Laptop and home-working setup provided
• Exceptional performers may be offered participation in a company share option scheme after a qualifying period (typically 2 years), aligning long-term reward with business growth.

How to apply

Email [e-mail] to arrange a confidential chat.

Please include your phone number and either attach your CV.