Insolvency Assistant Manager

Job Description

Take the next step towards becoming an Insolvency Manager!

Are you an experienced insolvency professional looking to develop your leadership skills and advance your career? This is your opportunity to take on more responsibility, manage challenging cases, and support a growing firm.

About Us

Begbies Traynor Group plc is a leading listed UK advisory firm with expertise in business recovery, advisory and corporate finance, valuations, asset sales and property consultancy.

We deliver exceptional advice and support to clients from a comprehensive network of UK and offshore locations, with more than 1,200 colleagues.

We have an exciting opportunity available in our Birmingham office.

What you’ll do

As an Assistant Insolvency Manager, you will work closely with Partners and senior management, managing a diverse caseload of insolvency assignments and supporting junior colleagues in their development. This role is designed for someone preparing to become a fully qualified Insolvency Practitioner, with the opportunity to gain hands-on leadership experience and enhance your technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management:

• Oversee a varied portfolio of corporate insolvency cases, including liquidations, administrations, and CVAs, ensuring timely and compliant progression.
• Lead on complex case matters, including investigations into financial affairs, director conduct, and asset realisation strategies.
• Prepare and review statutory reports, creditor communications, and technical documentation.
• Conduct case reviews to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, internal policies, and best practices.

Team Leadership and Support:

• Provide day-to-day guidance, mentoring, and training to junior and mid-level team members, fostering their professional growth.
• Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Act as an escalation point for junior colleagues, resolving technical queries and providing constructive feedback.

Strategic and Client Engagement:

• Assisted in case strategy development, working alongside partners and senior managers to deliver tailored solutions.
• Engage with clients, creditors, and other stakeholders, building strong professional relationships and acting as a trusted point of contact.
• Contribute to business development activities, including identifying opportunities to enhance client services and participating in networking events.

Professional Development:

• Complete professional development with support from the firm, applying your growing technical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
• Stay updated on changes in insolvency legislation and best practices, sharing insights with the team.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Strong track record of insolvency experience, including exposure to complex corporate cases.
• Strong technical knowledge of insolvency legislation and processes, with practical application experience.
• Proficiency in IPS and other relevant software, alongside strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle challenging conversations professionally.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and meet deadlines.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in managing or mentoring others.
• Familiarity with personal insolvency processes, such as IVAs and bankruptcies.
• Progression towards the JIEB qualification, with a commitment to completing it within a defined timeframe.