Insolvency Solicitor

Job description

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

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

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

11-07-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English