Restructuring Associate (contentious)

Restructuring Associate | Leading International Law Firm | Hybrid Working Available Are you an ambitious contentious restructuring lawyer looking to take the next step in your career? A highly respected international law firm is seeking an Associate to join its well-established Restructuring and Insolvency team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your practice within a dynamic, full-service team that handles complex, high-profile mandates across transactional, advisory and contentious work. The Opportunity Working alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers, you will advise an impressive client base. Acting in litigation arising from insolvency processes, including antecedent transactions, wrongful trading, and security enforcement. Handling a varied contentious caseload, including corporate and personal insolvency claims. Briefing counsel, managing experts, and identifying litigation funding solutions. About You Qualified solicitor status (England & Wales or equivalent). 1+ PQE in restructuring and insolvency The ability to build client relationships and deliver high-quality service. Exposure to distressed real estate work will be advantageous but is not essential. Career Development & Rewards This firm is known for its supportive culture and commitment to career development. A clear pathway for progression, with opportunities to move into a more senior role as you develop. Direct client contact from the outset, building strong sector expertise. Bespoke training and mentoring to enhance both technical and commercial skills. Hybrid working and flexible arrangements to suit your lifestyle. The firm also offers an attractive benefits package, including generous annual leave, private medical cover, enhanced family leave, subsidised fitness allowance, volunteering days, and a range of wellbeing initiatives. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity for a contentious restructuring solicitor who wants to work on a broad mix of high-quality work in a firm that truly invests in its people. Whether you are currently in a regional or City practice and looking for a step up, or already at a large firm but seeking more visibility and career development, this role will appeal. For a confidential discussion about this contentious restructuring role, please get in touch with Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal today. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.