Insolvency Solicitor

Anderson Brookes Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare options following probation

Annual performance reviews

33 days annual leave

Bonus scheme

Support for JIEB qualification

Job summary

Anderson Brookes Ltd is seeking a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE in insolvency claims. The role involves managing contentious insolvency claims and driving the establishment of a new legal practice.

Offering flexible working arrangements including remote options, a competitive salary of £50,000 – £75,000, and excellent benefits including performance reviews, generous annual leave, and support for JIEB qualification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years PQE solicitor with direct experience dealing with insolvency claims.
• Proven track record of contentious insolvency work.
• Detailed knowledge of the Insolvency Act 1986, Companies Act 2006, and relevant case law.

Responsibilities

• Act on behalf of an office-holder in pursuing claims under the Insolvency Act.
• Manage proceedings from initial correspondence to enforcement.
• Draft pleadings and supporting legal paperwork.

Skills

Insolvency claims management

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (minimum 3 years PQE)

Job description

• Location: Remote (UK-wide), Hybrid, or Office-Based (Greater Manchester)
• Salary: £50,000 – £75,000 depending on experience
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience: Minimum 3 years qualified solicitor experience in insolvency

Joining a successful, growing insolvency practice dealing with antecedent transaction claims against directors of liquidated companies. The intention would then be for this individual to drive the establishment of a new SRA-regulated legal practice to provide specialist insolvency legal services to Licensed Insolvency Practitioners. The successful candidate will then move to this entity to be the primary solicitor within this new law firm, responsible for managing all contentious insolvency instructions. This role offers substantial autonomy, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to shape the procedures and strategy of a newly formed practice with a steady flow of contentious insolvency work.

The Role

Initially, you will be given a selection of cases where a possible claim against the director has been identified. You will be responsible for pursuing the director, reviewing any defence provided and negotiating any settlement. Once the move to the law firm has occurred, you’ll be responsible for the management and monetisation of contentious insolvency claims, working closely with the insolvency practitioner to deliver recoveries via settlement or litigation. There will be no requirement to win new insolvency work.

Key responsibilities

• Act on behalf of an office-holder in pursuing claims under the Insolvency Act 1986 and related legislation, including:
  • Misfeasance, wrongful trading, and breach of fiduciary duty claims.
  • Preference and transaction at undervalue claims.
  • Director disqualification investigations and proceedings.
  • Claims against third parties for recovery of company assets.
• Assess the merits, evidential position, and prospects of recovery for each claim, advising the office-holder accordingly.
• Liaise with Insolvency Practitioners, external solicitors and litigation funders, if necessary.
• Once the SRA firm is established, manage proceedings from pre‑action correspondence through to enforcement, liaising with counsel, experts, and other professionals as required.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications, settlement agreements, and all supporting legal paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with all SRA regulatory and professional obligations within the new law firm.
• Implement effective case management, document control, and cost budgeting processes.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years PQE solicitor with direct experience dealing with insolvency claims.
• Proven track record of contentious insolvency work—ideally acting for insolvency practitioners or creditors.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the Insolvency Act 1986, Companies Act 2006, and relevant case law.
• Demonstrated competence in running litigation independently, from instruction to conclusion.
• Strong drafting, advocacy preparation, negotiation, and risk assessment skills.
• Experience liaising with solicitors, counsel, funders, and other litigation stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of SRA requirements, file management standards, and professional indemnity risk management.

The ideal candidate will have

• Strong attention to detail with well‑developed analytical skills.
• Strong technical, drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £50,000 – £75,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Flexible working arrangements: remote, hybrid, or office-based.
• Possible support for JIEB qualification and ongoing CPD.
• Annual performance reviews and progression plans.
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Private healthcare options following probation.
• 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.
• Bonus scheme

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