William James Recruitment
Insolvency Solicitor
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Insolvency Solicitor - Manchester - up to £110,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Insolvency Solicitor to join a leading international law firm in Manchester. This Insolvency Solicitor role in Manchester offers exposure to high-value, complex restructuring and insolvency matters, both contentious and non-contentious.
You’ll work within a nationally recognised team known for its expertise in public sector and property-related insolvency work, collaborating closely with colleagues across multiple offices.
If you are an Insolvency Solicitor looking to build your profile in Manchester, this is a standout opportunity to develop commercial insight while handling varied, high-quality work.
The Role:
- Handling high value, contentious insolvency matters
- Working closely with partners and cross-office teams on complex, high-value mandates
- Supporting clients across sectors including public sector and property-related insolvency
- Managing your own caseload with autonomy while meeting deadlines and targets
- Building strong client relationships and delivering commercially focused legal advice
- Collaborating with other specialist teams to deliver integrated legal solutions
- Contributing to business development initiatives and raising your professional profile
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The Candidate:
- 6+ years PQE as a Solicitor with strong experience in insolvency litigation
- Strong technical ability with excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectively under pressure
- Confident working independently and collaboratively within a team
- Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused approach
- Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
- Motivated, enthusiastic and driven with a flexible attitude
- Experience or interest in business development and networking
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The Benefits and How to Apply
- Mortgage Advice
- Pension Scheme
- 25 days holiday plus flexible benefits scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Flexible/hybrid working with 3 days in the office
- Dental Insurance
- Train Season Ticket Loans
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Inhouse CBT
- Enhanced Family Leave & Parenting workshops
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact:
- Siobhan Deeming, Recruitment Consultant
- Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665
- Mobile: 07939 992 567
- Email: siobhan.deeming@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK and internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients including a range of Legal 500 firms.
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