Restructuring & Insolvency Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Lawyer to lead its Restructuring and Insolvency Department in London. This role offers an excellent base salary and a generous bonus scheme while providing expert legal advice to multinational corporations and high net worth individuals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex insolvency cases and driving business initiatives. Join a collaborative culture where you can mentor junior associates and expand the department's offerings. If you're ready to take on this challenge and make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Generous bonus package

Company Pension

Flexible working policies

Generous annual leave

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing complex insolvency cases.
• Experience in providing strategic advice to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage restructuring and insolvency projects from inception to completion.
• Drive business development efforts and build lasting client relationships.

Skills

Managing complex insolvency cases

Providing strategic advice

Business development

Mentoring junior associates

Education

Law degree

Job description

Client:

William James Recruitment

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

6

Posted:

06.04.2025

Expiry Date:

21.05.2025

Job Description:

Restructuring and Insolvency Partner - Excellent Base Salary + Generous Bonus Scheme

The Role

Our client is a leading City law firm providing expert legal advice to large multinational corporations and high net worth individuals on a wide range of sectors including commercial, financial services regulation, fintech, tax litigation, insolvency, and litigation.

We are instructed to assist with our client's ambitious growth plans and recruit a Senior / Experienced Lawyer to join as a Partner and head up the Restructuring and Insolvency Department based in Central London.

The firm has instructions from its current client base but is looking for an individual to expand its current offering and help build a successful department as Head of Department.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex insolvency cases, providing strategic advice to clients, and driving business initiatives.

1. Lead and manage restructuring and insolvency projects from inception to completion
2. Provide expert advice to clients on financial distress, turnaround strategies, and insolvency matters
3. Drive business development efforts, identify new opportunities, and build lasting client relationships
4. Mentor and develop junior associates, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture

The Benefits and How to Apply

1. Competitive base salary plus very generous bonus package
2. Company Pension
3. Flexible working policies
4. Collaborative culture
5. Generous annual leave, plus Christmas shutdown

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant)

Email: [e-mail]

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.

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