Insolvency Solicitor - Manchester | Hybrid High-Value Work

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

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.