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Contentious Insolvency Senior Associate – Greater London

Contentious Insolvency Senior Associate in Greater London. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Manage complex contentious insolvency disputes independently.

  • Advise on a wide range of insolvency-related litigation matters.

  • Maintain and develop client relationships, providing commercially focused advice.

  • Supervise and support junior lawyers.

  • Contribute to business development and practice growth.

About You

  • 5+ years' PQE with strong experience in contentious insolvency.

  • Excellent technical legal skills and commercial judgement.

  • Practical, solutions-focused approach.

  • Strong client management and communication skills.

  • Experience in supervising or supporting junior colleagues.

  • Collaborative approach with an interest in business development.

What's on Offer

Full-time permanent position with competitive remuneration based on experience. Flexible working arrangements and a strong emphasis on professional development and work-life balance.

Why This Role

Work with a firm renowned for its expertise in insolvency and restructuring, offering direct senior-level involvement and a flexible working culture.

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Role Summary

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — Greater London

The London market is extremely buoyant for talented associates. We are seeing a trend towards hybrid working models and increased base packages for retention.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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