Associate/ Senior Associate- Restructuring & Insolvency

TopTierScottishlawfirmarelookingtohireanAssociate/SeniorAssociatetojointheirhighlysuccessfulRestructuringandInsolvencyteam-thisrolecanbebasedinEdinburghorGlasgowandhybrid-workingisalsoonoffer.

RoleProfile:

• TherolewillinvolveworkondistressedM&A,restructurings,enforcements,insolvenciesandadvisoryworkforboardsofdistressedcompanies and clients will includecorporates,lenders,insolvencypractitionersandlawfirms.

• You will work closely with clients, lenders, administrators, and other stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions during times of financial distress, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation while protecting client interests.

• Advise on corporate restructuring, business turnaround strategies, and formal insolvency processes (administration, liquidation, CVAs, schemes of arrangement, etc.).

• Act for a range of stakeholders, including creditors, debtors, insolvency practitioners, financial institutions, directors, and shareholders.

• Draft and negotiate restructuring agreements, security documents, and insolvency-related contracts.

• Conduct legal due diligence on distressed assets and businesses.

• Liaise with insolvency practitioners, regulators, and other advisors to coordinate complex matters.

• Provide strategic risk assessments and contingency planning advice.

• Represent clients in contentious insolvency proceedings, including asset recovery, director disqualification, and cross-border enforcement.

• Keep abreast of developments in insolvency law, case precedents, and regulatory changes.

• Support business development by maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to marketing initiatives.

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE in restructuring & insolvency law.

• Strong technical knowledge of insolvency legislation, restructuring frameworks, and relevant case law.

• Experience advising across both corporate and personal insolvency matters.

• Skilled in managing both contentious and non-contentious insolvency work.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.

• Commercial acumen and the ability to provide pragmatic, solutions-focused advice.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion.

• Ability to manage multiple matters under tight deadlines.

• Experience working on cross-border insolvency matters.

• Established network within the insolvency and restructuring community.

• Track record of client development and relationship management.

On Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits - The firm also offer a progressive flexible working approach.

To Apply:

For a confidential discussion, to request the job description or to apply, please contact:

David Thomson- Director

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