Insolvency Associate / Senior Associate – Cardiff – 4+ PQE

Overview

Insolvency lawyers sought in Cardiff to join a recognised team advising insolvency practitioners, lenders, corporates and directors on restructuring and insolvency. The role spans contentious and non-contentious matters, offering exposure to high-profile, complex cases and a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. You will support administrations, liquidations, CVAs, receiverships, and enforcement, while mentoring juniors and contributing to business development. This is an opportunity to shape a growing practice within a people-first culture.

Pay / Benefits

• annual bonus scheme
• pension and private healthcare
• flexible and hybrid working options
• career development and leadership pathways
• supportive and inclusive working culture

Responsibilities

• Advising on administrations, liquidations, CVAs, and receiverships
• Handling contentious insolvency matters including asset recovery and director misfeasance claims
• Supporting corporate restructuring and turnaround strategies
• Advising lenders and stakeholders on enforcement and recovery options
• Managing client relationships and contributing to business development
• Mentoring junior team members and supporting team growth

Key requirements

• 4+ years PQE in insolvency law
• Strong technical expertise in both contentious and non-contentious insolvency
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Confident advising clients and managing complex matters independently
• Proactive, commercial mindset and collaborative approach
• Commitment to delivering high-quality client service

• collaborative mindset
• strong communication
• client-focused approach
• insolvency law (contentious and non-contentious)
• drafting and negotiation
• advisory to lenders and stakeholders

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