Insolvency Manager

Job Description

Job Purpose:

As an Insolvency Manager, you will take full responsibility for a portfolio of insolvency cases, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and profitability. You’ll provide strategic guidance on case progression, manage budgets, and mentor your team to deliver excellent outcomes for clients and stakeholders.

What we are looking for:

• Significant experience in insolvency, with a strong track record of managing corporate cases independently.
• Deep understanding of insolvency legislation, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Proficiency in IPS (or equivalent insolvency software) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, billing, and monitoring case profitability.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with senior stakeholders and external parties.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving high-quality outcomes.

Desirable:

• JIEB qualification or working towards it.
• Experience in mentoring or managing junior team members.
• Familiarity with personal insolvency cases, such as IVAs or bankruptcies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of a portfolio of corporate insolvency cases, driving progress and resolution.
• Develop and implement case strategies, ensuring regulatory and statutory compliance.
• Conduct regular case reviews and support complex investigations into director conduct and asset realisation.
• Set and manage budgets, monitor profitability, and ensure accurate, timely billing.
• Provide financial updates to Partners and senior management, highlighting fee recovery and performance metrics.
• Ensure all statutory filings, reports, and communications meet regulatory standards.
• Stay informed of legislative updates and maintain adherence to best practices and internal policies.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior team members, reviewing work and providing constructive feedback.
• Promote a collaborative, accountable team environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, creditors, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the firm at meetings, hearings, and events; support business development and client relationship management.

Why join us?

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to 24/7 Virtual GP
• HealthCare Cashplan
• 26 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Option to buy Holidays
• Professional Qualification Support
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Employee discount scheme (Gym, Retailers etc)
• Social events throughout the year
• Health & Wellbeing programme
• Paid volunteer time

As a growing PLC group—having doubled in size since 2019—we’re focused on continued expansion and seeking individuals eager to help shape our future. We value curiosity, applied intellect, and entrepreneurial thinking, and are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.