Main Purpose of Role
To provide high-quality administrative and casework support to the Principal Insolvency Practitioner and team. The role involves assisting with a wide range of corporate and personal insolvency matters, contributing to efficient case progression, compliance, and client service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Casework Support
* Assist with the opening, maintenance, and closing of insolvency case files, ensuring accurate data entry and document management.
* Draft standard and bespoke correspondence, client engagement letters, statutory notices, reports to creditors, and Companies House filings.
* Support in the preparation and collation of court documents for bankruptcy, winding-up, administration, and voluntary arrangements.
* Liaise with debtors, creditors, solicitors, agents, HMRC, and the Official Receiver in connection with ongoing cases.
Insolvency Case Administration
* Maintain up-to-date records of key statutory deadlines under the Insolvency Act 1986 and Insolvency Rules 2016.
* Support the collation of information for reports, creditor claims, and client asset schedules.
* Monitor creditor correspondence and prepare meeting notices, outcome reports, and dividend schedules.
* Prepare costs schedules and assist with the drafting of remuneration reports for approval by creditors.
Regulatory & Compliance Duties
* Carry out procedural file reviews under supervision, ensuring compliance with SIPs (Statements of Insolvency Practice), AML requirements, and data protection obligations.
* Record matter start and completion dates and assist with internal compliance reporting.
Administrative & Practice Support
* Manage diary reminders for critical insolvency deadlines (e.g. notice periods, creditor meetings, report due dates).
* Respond to routine client and stakeholder queries promptly, escalating substantive issues as needed.
* Provide cover and administrative support to senior members during absences.
* Maintain high professional standards in client-facing communications and uphold the firm's reputation in insolvency matters.
Person Specification
* Law graduate or graduate of a legal or finance discipline;
* Previous experience in a legal or insolvency practice is desirable, particularly in a regulatory or litigation environment.
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage procedural deadlines and case documentation accurately.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and confident manner.
* Strong attention to detail, numeracy skills, and ability to manage sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
* IT literate, with confidence using case management software, Microsoft Office, and online government portals (e.g. Companies House, HMCTS).
Training & Development Opportunities
* In-house training on insolvency law, procedure, and compliance (SIPs, AML, GDPR).
* Exposure to a variety of personal and corporate insolvency cases, including CVLs, MVLs, administrations, and bankruptcies.
* Ongoing professional development support, including CPD for aspiring solicitors or insolvency professionals.
* Opportunity to develop technical drafting and procedural knowledge in insolvency law and associated litigation.
Other Information
This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve to reflect the needs of the practice. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and a collaborative attitude. All staff are encouraged to uphold the firm's values and contribute to its growth and reputation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person