Position

Insolvency Solicitor

Location

Bristol / Can be flexible on location

The Firm

A leading national commercial law firm offering high-quality restructuring and insolvency work. The team advises insolvency practitioners, financial institutions, company directors and corporates on a full spectrum of insolvency and restructuring matters.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable, well-structured insolvency team that offers strong mentoring, varied workstreams and clear progression. The successful candidate will handle a mix of corporate and personal insolvency instructions across contentious and non-contentious matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting on administrations, liquidations, receiverships and bankruptcy matters.

• Advising on contentious insolvency including misfeasance claims, TUV, preferences and director liability actions.

• Drafting and negotiating documentation for insolvency appointments, restructuring proposals and enforcement.

• Conducting security reviews and advising lenders on enforcement strategies.

• Managing relationships with insolvency practitioners, lenders and directors.

• Supporting business development and contributing to team growth.

• Mentoring junior fee earners as required.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in corporate and/or personal insolvency.

• Strong technical understanding of the Insolvency Act, Insolvency Rules and Companies Act.

• Confident handling both contentious and advisory matters.

• Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills.

• Able to manage a busy caseload and work independently.

Desirable Skills

• Exposure to lender advisory, LPA receivership or complex insolvency litigation.

• Network within the insolvency and restructuring community.

• Demonstrated interest in business development.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary and full benefits package.

• Hybrid working environment with flexibility.

• Clear development opportunities within a highly ranked national team.