Trainee Insolvency Administrator

Job Description

Start your career in a dynamic, fast-paced field!

Are you ready to build a rewarding career where no two days are the same? If you're a problem solver, love working with people, and want to make a real difference, then this could be the opportunity for you!

What is insolvency?

Insolvency is about helping individuals and businesses facing financial challenges. As part of our team, you'll play a crucial role in guiding clients through difficult times, helping them find solutions, and setting them on a path to a brighter future.

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 1,500 colleagues.

We have an exciting opportunity available in our Jersey office.

What you'll do

As a Trainee Insolvency Administrator, you'll:

• Support experienced colleagues in managing insolvency cases such as liquidations, administrations, and bankruptcies.
• Assist in managing and organising incoming emails and phone calls, ensuring timely and professional responses.
• Draft and send correspondence to schedule and coordinate new business meetings.
• Maintain client and creditor files, and handle routine communication and follow-ups with both parties.
• Communicate with clients, creditors, and other stakeholders, building strong professional relationships.
• Investigate financial issues, review documents, and compile reports to help resolve challenging situations.
• Develop a deep understanding of insolvency law and processes through hands-on training and formal qualifications.

What we're looking for

We don’t expect you to have experience in insolvency – we’ll teach you everything you need to know! What’s more important is your enthusiasm and transferable skills. You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have a desire to work in a professional services environment
• Are curious, eager to learn, and enjoy solving problems.
• Have strong communication and customer service skills
• Proactive and open to taking on new challenges
• Have excellent attention to detail and a knack for organising tasks.
• Eager and willing to learn new skills
• Communicate clearly and confidently, both in writing and face-to-face.
• Comfortable to work both independently and as part of a team
• Confident with IT
• Are resilient and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Have a 9 to 4 in Maths and English at GCSE or equivalent
• Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone with relevant skills like administration, accounting, or client service, we’d love to hear from you!

Why join us?

As a broader PLC group, we’ve doubled in size since 2019 and we have ambitions to maintain that growth profile moving forward, so we’re looking for people who want to help us shape our future. We value applied intellect, curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.