Insolvency Solicitor - Cardiff

Chadwick Nott; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Opportunity for client exposure

Supervisory responsibilities

Job summary

A prominent national law firm in Cardiff is looking for an experienced Insolvency Solicitor with over 5 years of PQE. You will be part of a strong insolvency team providing various forms of support to clients. The role offers immediate supervisory responsibilities and hybrid working options, emphasizing personal and corporate insolvency matters. Strong knowledge of insolvency legislation is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in insolvency law.
• Familiarity with LPA Receivers is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of the Insolvency Act 1986 and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage insolvency cases and mentor junior colleagues.
• Provide transactional, advisory, and contentious support.
• Lead client interactions and business development efforts.

Skills

Insolvency expertise

Client-focused approach

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Insolvency Solicitor - Cardiff
Associate/Senior Associate

My client, a well-regarded national firm widely recognised in leading legal directories across multiple practice areas, is seeking a talented insolvency lawyer with 5+ years' PQE to join their Insolvency team. Based in Cardiff, you'll work closely with the team lead while collaborating across their offices.

You'll work across a wide range of personal and corporate insolvency matters, providing transactional, advisory and contentious support to a varied client base that includes insolvency practitioners, lenders, directors and individuals. Your caseload will span administration appointments, business sales, bankruptcy estates and directors' loan accounts, offering exposure to complex and challenging work. Familiarity with LPA Receivers would be beneficial.

This role offers immediate client exposure and supervisory responsibility, making it ideal for someone ready to step up and lead. Strong knowledge of the Insolvency Act 1986, Insolvency Rules 2016, and Companies Act 2006 is essential.

We're looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for business development. A following or strong industry contacts are welcome but not required. If you've focused on contentious work and want to broaden your expertise, please get in touch.

Hybrid working supported - typically 2-3 days in the office per week.

Candidate requirements

• Solid insolvency expertise
• Confidence in managing matters and mentoring junior colleagues
• A proactive, client-focused approach
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-first attitude

Contact

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

Diversity and inclusion

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.