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Restructuring & Insolvency Solicitor – Greater London

Restructuring & Insolvency Solicitor in Greater London. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Advise clients on restructuring and insolvency matters, including insolvency practitioners, lenders, and corporate organisations.

  • Lead distressed mergers and acquisitions across various industries.

  • Coordinate cross-border transactions with international legal advisers.

  • Advise company boards on directors' duties and restructuring options.

  • Draft and negotiate restructuring and insolvency documentation.

  • Manage court applications and legal documentation.

  • Conduct legal research and develop commercially focused solutions.

  • Support business development through client engagement and networking.

About You

  • 5–7 years' PQE in restructuring and insolvency law.

  • Experience with both contentious and non-contentious matters.

  • Understanding of corporate restructuring and insolvency procedures.

  • Experience advising a range of stakeholders.

  • Exposure to distressed M&A transactions.

  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

  • Ability to manage complex matters with attention to detail.

  • Proactive approach to client relationship management.

What's on Offer

  • High-quality restructuring and insolvency work.

  • Exposure to significant international transactions.

  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

  • Direct client contact and responsibility for leading matters.

Why This Role

This position offers the chance to work on sophisticated matters and develop within a supportive, internationally focused firm.

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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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