Restructuring & Insolvency Lawyer- 6 month contract (starting January)

LAW Absolute; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier international law firm is seeking an experienced Restructuring & Insolvency Lawyer for a six-month contract in Greater London. This opportunity includes working on high-profile, complex matters across jurisdictions, providing genuine client exposure. The firm offers a hybrid working model, ideal for lawyers looking to enhance their CV with valuable engagement. Applications are welcome from those available from January for full-time roles.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

High-quality, premium contract engagement

Exposure to headline-making transactions

Qualifications

• Experience in formal insolvency processes required.
• Background in advising on distressed investments is essential.
• Comfortable in client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Acting in formal insolvency processes.
• Advising on distressed investments and special situations.
• Supporting operational and financial restructurings.
• Building client relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Commercially minded

Client-facing capability

Experience in restructuring

Experience in insolvency processes

Job description

A top-tier international law firm is seeking an experienced Restructuring & Insolvency Lawyer to join its highly regarded practice on a six-month contract, starting in January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a market-leading team on complex, high‑profile matters in the UK and across multiple jurisdictions.

You will support a busy and sophisticated restructuring and insolvency practice, working closely with partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of high-value and often cross-border matters. The role offers genuine client exposure and the chance to contribute meaningfully to strategically important mandates.

Responsibilities

• Acting in formal insolvency processes
• Advising on distressed investments and special situations
• Supporting operational and financial restructurings
• Confident client‑facing capability
• Exposure to UK and cross‑border restructurings (highly advantageous)

Benefits

• Work with a leading global firm renowned for its restructuring expertise
• Gain exposure to complex, headline‑making transactions
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility alongside collaboration
• A high‑quality, six‑month engagement ideal for lawyers seeking premium contract work

This role will suit a commercially minded restructuring and insolvency lawyer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is looking to add a standout engagement to their CV. Applications are welcomed from lawyers available from January for a full-time, six-month contract.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.