Insolvency Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Flexible benefits scheme

Dental Insurance

Train Season Ticket Loans

Cycle to Work scheme

Inhouse CBT

Enhanced Family Leave

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Insolvency Solicitor in Manchester, offering up to £110,000. This role involves handling complex restructuring and insolvency matters, collaborating within a leading international law firm.

The ideal candidate will be motivated and commercially aware, with at least 6+ years of relevant PQE in insolvency litigation. This position supports flexible working with 3 days in the office and offers a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE as a Solicitor with strong experience in insolvency litigation.
• Strong technical ability with excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Handling high value, contentious insolvency matters.
• Working closely with partners and cross-office teams.
• Building strong client relationships and delivering focused legal advice.

Skills

Insolvency litigation

Client relationship building

Time management

Business development

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor (6+ years PQE)

Job description

Insolvency Solicitor - Manchester - up to £110,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Insolvency Solicitor to join a leading international law firm in Manchester. This Insolvency Solicitor role in Manchester offers exposure to high-value, complex restructuring and insolvency matters, both contentious and non-contentious.

You'll work within a nationally recognised team known for its expertise in public sector and property-related insolvency work, collaborating closely with colleagues across multiple offices.

If you are an Insolvency Solicitor looking to build your profile in Manchester, this is a standout opportunity to develop commercial insight while handling varied, high-quality work.

The Role:

• Handling high value, contentious insolvency matters
• Working closely with partners and cross-office teams on complex, high-value mandates
• Supporting clients across sectors including public sector and property-related insolvency
• Managing your own caseload with autonomy while meeting deadlines and targets
• Building strong client relationships and delivering commercially focused legal advice
• Collaborating with other specialist teams to deliver integrated legal solutions
• Contributing to business development initiatives and raising your professional profile

The Candidate:

• 6+ years PQE as a Solicitor with strong experience in insolvency litigation
• Strong technical ability with excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectively under pressure
• Confident working independently and collaboratively within a team
• Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Motivated, enthusiastic and driven with a flexible attitude
• Experience or interest in business development and networking

• Mortgage Advice
• Pension Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus flexible benefits scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible/hybrid working with 3 days in the office
• Dental Insurance
• Train Season Ticket Loans
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Inhouse CBT
• Enhanced Family Leave & Parenting workshops
• Electric Vehicle Scheme

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK and internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients including a range of Legal 500 firms.