Restructuring Principal Associate

Taylor Root; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root is seeking a Restructuring Principal Associate in Birmingham to lead high-value restructuring and insolvency mandates. You will manage key client relationships, mentor junior lawyers, and play a central role in developing the firm’s regional and national restructuring practice.

You will work within a market-leading team, with exposure to significant matters and the opportunity to contribute to business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experienced restructuring and insolvency lawyer at principal associate level.
• Strong technical understanding of corporate and banking aspects of restructurings.
• Experience managing matters and driving client relationships independently.
• Commercial acumen with ability to contribute to practice growth and BD initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-value restructuring and insolvency mandates.
• Manage key client relationships and drive outcomes.
• Mentor junior lawyers and grow the practice.
• Contribute to regional and national restructuring initiatives.

Skills

Restructuring

Insolvency

Client relationships

Commercial acumen

Business development

Job description

Restructuring Principal Associate, Birmingham

About the Firm

This leading international law firm is widely recognised for its strength in financial restructuring, insolvency, and turnaround work. Known for its innovative approach and deep market understanding, the firm advises banks, corporates, and insolvency practitioners on complex domestic and cross-border matters. The Birmingham office forms a key part of the firm’s national platform, offering exposure to headline transactions and collaboration with top-tier specialists.

The Role

You will act on high-value restructuring and insolvency mandates, supporting clients through critical and often fast-moving situations. The position offers the opportunity to lead on significant matters, manage key client relationships, and mentor junior lawyers, while playing a central role in developing the firm’s regional and national restructuring practice.

What They’re Looking For

• Experienced restructuring and insolvency lawyer at principal associate level.


• Strong technical understanding of both corporate and banking aspects of restructurings.


• Demonstrable experience managing matters and driving client relationships independently.


• Commercial acumen and ability to contribute to practice growth and business development initiatives.

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading team with genuine scope for advancement. You’ll benefit from top of market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, and the support of an internationally recognised firm committed to professional development and excellence.

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