Insolvency Solicitor

Insolvency Solicitor - Manchester - up to £110,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Insolvency Solicitor to join a leading international law firm in Manchester. This Insolvency Solicitor role in Manchester offers exposure to high-value, complex restructuring and insolvency matters, both contentious and non-contentious.

You'll work within a nationally recognised team known for its expertise in public sector and property-related insolvency work, collaborating closely with colleagues across multiple offices.

If you are an Insolvency Solicitor looking to build your profile in Manchester, this is a standout opportunity to develop commercial insight while handling varied, high-quality work.

The Role:

• Handling high value, contentious insolvency matters


• Working closely with partners and cross-office teams on complex, high-value mandates


• Supporting clients across sectors including public sector and property-related insolvency


• Managing your own caseload with autonomy while meeting deadlines and targets


• Building strong client relationships and delivering commercially focused legal advice


• Collaborating with other specialist teams to deliver integrated legal solutions


• Contributing to business development initiatives and raising your professional profile

The Candidate:

• 6+ years PQE as a Solicitor with strong experience in insolvency litigation


• Strong technical ability with excellent organisational and time-management skills


• Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectively under pressure


• Confident working independently and collaboratively within a team


• Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused approach


• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships


• Motivated, enthusiastic and driven with a flexible attitude


• Experience or interest in business development and networking

• Mortgage Advice


• Pension Scheme


• 25 days holiday plus flexible benefits scheme


• Private medical insurance


• Flexible/hybrid working with 3 days in the office


• Dental Insurance


• Train Season Ticket Loans


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Inhouse CBT


• Enhanced Family Leave & Parenting workshops


• Electric Vehicle Scheme

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