Company Description
At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations. Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.
Job Description
We’re seeking a talented individual to join our Restructuring Services team in London as Assistant Manager. Our team provides hands‑on advice and support to a diverse client base, including company boards, business owners, lenders, borrowers, employees, and creditors. In many cases, the team acts as the key link between stakeholders—bringing parties together to deliver practical, commercially viable solutions.
Responsibilities
* Managing a portfolio of insolvency cases, ensuring work progresses efficiently and proactively
* Liaising with office‑holders and team members to keep cases on track and stakeholders informed
* Leading, briefing, and motivating junior team members to deliver high‑quality work
* Reviewing work, providing constructive feedback, and supporting on‑the‑job development
* Ensuring files are completed to a high standard and compliant with insolvency regulations
* Attending client meetings alongside managers and office‑holders
* Identifying opportunities to provide additional services to clients
* Supporting delivery of an excellent client experience, consistently exceeding expectations
* Contributing to business development, including attending marketing events where appropriate
* Preparing case reviews and briefing office‑holders on key issues
* Supporting managers in monitoring WIP and debtor balances
Qualifications
* Proven experience in corporate insolvency, with a focus on administrations and liquidations
* Strong knowledge of insolvency rules, statutory requirements, and compliance standards
* Able to adapt quickly, work at pace, and manage multiple assignments simultaneously
* A proactive, solutions‑orientated mindset with strong attention to detail
* CPI qualification (or working toward) preferred
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Pension contribution
* Hybrid working model (role dependent)
* Generous holiday package
* Option to purchase additional holiday
* Shared parental leave
* Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loan
* Eye care support
We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and can achieve their full potential in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.
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