Insolvency Solicitor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mortgage Advice

Pension Scheme

Private medical insurance

Flexible/hybrid working with 3 days in

Train Season Ticket Loans

Cycle to Work scheme

Inhouse CBT

Enhanced Family Leave & Parenting

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Job summary

William James Recruitment in Manchester is seeking an Insolvency Solicitor to handle high-value, contentious insolvency matters within a leading international law firm. You will work with partners across offices on complex mandates and manage your own caseload while building strong client relationships.

The role offers exposure to public sector and property-related insolvency, with flexible/hybrid working and a strong platform to develop your profile in Manchester.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE as a Solicitor with insolvency litigation experience.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.
• Commercial, proactive and client-facing with a team mindset.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-value, contentious insolvency matters.
• Collaborate with partners and cross-office teams on complex mandates.
• Support clients across public sector and property-related insolvency.
• Manage your own caseload with autonomy and timelines.
• Develop client relationships and provide commercially-focused advice.
• Work with other specialist teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to business development and raise professional profile.

Skills

Insolvency litigation

Client-facing

Business development

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

Benefits

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