Insolvency Assistant Manager – Birmingham

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Numero Recruitment, the leading recruiter for Insolvency jobs across the UK & Overseas are recruiting an excellent opportunity for an Insolvency Assistant Manager to join a specialist advisory firm in Birmingham. Within this role you will be required to support the directors in managing the day to day aspects of corporate and personal cases, whilst also assisting in the growth and development of the firm across the region.

The Role:

Control a portfolio of principally corporate insolvency cases
Applies up to date knowledge of appropriate case law and legislation.
Keeps partner and director informed of case progress and any problems arising.
Act as a point of contact for both staff and client, ensuring both are kept fully informed of any issues arising and the progress of the cases.
Manage WIP and provisions on portfolio and meet monthly reporting deadlines
Produce the necessary reports for banks and creditors
Manage a portfolio using appropriate forms, preparing and maintaining files
Compliance with statutory procedures throughout the cases and ensure case files are accurate, up to date and progressed quickly and efficiently
Duties will include preparation of D returns and investigation reports, drafting statement of affairs and reports, updating IPS and generally attending to compliance, dealing with creditor enquiries and maintaining records.
Prioritise and resolve conflicting client demands
Support and develop the use of new methods and service/product offerings to clients
Provide assistance to the team when appointed on trading cases
Provides assistance and support to junior team members
Produce case reviews in accordance with the firm’s review procedure and provide feedback on progress of assignments to the partners
Build strong working relationships with clients and intermediaries
Maintain control and stability under pressure whilst recognising deadlines
Ensure that clients are billed according to agreed billing plans

Requirements:

Experience of managing corporate insolvency cases
Experience of managing and training more junior members of staff.
Holds up to date knowledge of appropriate restructuring services case law and legislation
Experience of producing reports for banks and creditors relating to insolvency cases
Experience of litigious insolvency proceedings
Must be able to present a professional image to the firm’s clients
Excellent written and oral presentation skills required
Ability to identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen
Ability to express ideas with authority and conviction through verbal and written communication
Desire to help grow and develop the department through networking internally and externally.
Ability to develop self and others
Ability to research and analyse information
CPI qualified

Numero Recruitment work with Insolvency firms across the UK and overseas in places such as Australia, the Caribbean and the Channel Islands. Whilst we do our best to advertise all current opportunities, we would encourage all Insolvency professionals to contact us if you are considering new career opportunities or searching for career advice. We will provide professional advice and if you wish to speak with potential new employers, we are confident we will be able to make suitable introductions and assist you in securing the right opportunity for your career.