Senior/Principal Associate - Restructuring & Inslolvency

Mills & Reeve LLP; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a skilled Restructuring and Insolvency Lawyer to join their London office. The role involves advising various stakeholders in distressed situations and participating in business development. The firm offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Wide range of benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in transactional and other work as the day-to-day fee earner.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage files effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advise stakeholders in distressed situations including lenders and corporates.
• Participate in marketing and business development activities.

Skills

Excellent drafting

Communication

Time management

Client service

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Restructuring and Insolvency Lawyer looking to make a significant impact.

Our firm prides itself on a supportive and inclusive culture, ensuring you have the resources and mentorship needed to excel. Join our esteemed national team at our London office, where you'll collaborate with top-tier professionals on complex work.

The role

We are seeking a Restructuring and Insolvency Solicitor to join partner Neil Smyth and Senior Associate Morgan Bowen in our London office. You will undertake predominantly non-contentious work linked to our corporate, finance, and real estate teams across the country, advising all stakeholders in distressed situations, including lenders, investors, corporates, directors, and individuals, as well as acting for insolvency practitioners.

The person

• Experience in transactional and other work as the day-to-day fee earner
• Technically strong
• Understanding of what is needed to help grow and develop a practice
• Willingness to participate in marketing and business development activities
• Excellent drafting and communication skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to understand client environments and deliver practical advice both orally and in writing
• Ability to assimilate information quickly and focus on key issues
• Good time and file management skills
• Dedication to outstanding client service
• Ability to work under pressure
• Enthusiasm to work as part of a team aligned with the firm's values

Why should I apply?

The London restructuring team is very busy and needs additional resource. We seek someone eager to develop their legal abilities and help build the practice, handling top-quality work under supervision. You will be part of the cross-office Restructuring & Insolvency team within the Banking department.

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The benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits. Click here to learn more about our core benefits.

If offered a role, we will conduct comprehensive pre-employment screening, including basic DBS, right-to-work verification, employment history, and character assessment. Full details are available upon request.

The firm

Mills & Reeve focuses on achieving more for clients, their businesses, and communities. Our clients benefit from our knowledge, learning, and consistent communication. We build personal relationships, tailoring advice to individual needs and leveraging our network for additional support. With over 1,250 staff and 750 lawyers, our shared vision is “Achieve more. Together.”

Joining Mills & Reeve offers opportunities to develop skills within a top 50 UK law firm that truly values its people. Our mantra embodies our purpose and commitment to excellence. We are ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and hold a Platinum Investors in People award.

And finally

We value diverse perspectives and ideas, striving to help each person thrive. We are committed to an inclusive, supportive environment, considering flexible arrangements and workplace adjustments to support our team and the firm.

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