Insolvency Practitioner (Partner)

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Insolvency firm in Bristol is seeking a qualified Insolvency Practitioner (Partner) to join their team. The role involves advising clients in financial distress, administering insolvency processes, and mentoring junior team members. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience and possess strong financial and legal knowledge in insolvency. This opportunity offers a permanent position with flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified JIEB insolvency practitioner.
• Minimum of five years experience in insolvency or financial restructuring.
• Strong knowledge of UK insolvency laws.

Responsibilities

• Advise individuals and businesses facing financial distress.
• Administer insolvency processes such as CVAs and bankruptcies.
• Negotiate with creditors and manage fund distributions.

Skills

Qualified JIEB and licensed by a recognised Insolvency Licensing Body

At least five years’ experience in insolvency or financial restructuring

Strong financial and legal knowledge in insolvency matters

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Proactive, organised, and detail conscious

Willingness to travel and work flexibly

Job description

Insolvency Practitioner (Partner)

Department: Restructuring

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bristol

Reporting To: Gareth Buckley

Description

Are you a client-focused Insolvency Practitioner looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated professional to support our Lead Insolvency Practitioner and help develop our growing team. Ideally, you will be based in either Bristol or Bath.

Key Responsibilities

As an Insolvency Practitioner (IP), you will advise individuals and businesses facing financial distress, ensuring compliance with UK insolvency laws and working towards the best outcomes for stakeholders.

• Assess financial situations and provide insolvency advice.
• Administer insolvency processes (CVAs, CVLs, administration, IVAs, bankruptcies).
• Negotiate with creditors and manage fund distributions.
• Ensure compliance with UK insolvency regulations.
• Investigate director conduct and identify wrongful trading.
• Mentor junior team members and support their development.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

We’re looking for someone with the technical expertise, leadership potential and commercial acumen to make an impact.

• Qualified JIEB and licensed by a recognised Insolvency Licensing Body.
• At least five years’ experience in insolvency or financial restructuring.
• Strong financial and legal knowledge in insolvency matters.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proactive, organised, and detail conscious.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly to meet client needs.

If you’re ready to make an impact and develop your career in insolvency, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step with us!