Solicitor

Insolvency Senior Associate – Commercial Disputes

Location: Cardiff | Hybrid

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive with Excellent Benefits

An international law firm seeks a skilled Insolvency Senior Associate to join its reputable Commercial Disputes team in Cardiff. This role provides a unique opportunity to work with a collaborative team handling complex, diverse, and high-stakes insolvency litigation across the UK and internationally. The firm operates in Cardiff, with additional offices in London and Paris, offering flexible working arrangements to support a balanced and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Independently manage a range of contentious insolvency cases while supporting partners on larger, more complex matters.
• Client Service: Provide exceptional legal counsel to a varied client base, including financial institutions, investors, and business owners.
• Business Development: Play an active role in building and maintaining client relationships, focusing on insolvency practitioners and industry contacts across the UK.
• Professional Growth: Contribute to a dynamic team environment, bringing innovative ideas and a proactive approach to advancing both personal and team goals.

Ideal Candidate:

The role requires an experienced insolvency litigator who brings passion for contentious work, strong legal acumen, and a client-centred mindset. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years’ PQE in insolvency litigation within a reputable team, with demonstrable experience handling matters for administrators, liquidators, creditors, and business owners.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of insolvency legislation, recent case law, and an aptitude for navigating complex legal challenges.
• Skills: Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commercial Awareness: A practical, business-focused approach to insolvency law, balancing technical precision with strategic thinking.

Benefits and Rewards:

• Flexible Working: Hybrid work options, supporting work-life balance and productivity.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to health initiatives like a cycle-to-work scheme, yoga, and subsidized wellness services.
• Career Development: Clear pathways for career progression, with opportunities for promotion twice a year.
• Competitive Package: Attractive salary, pension scheme, health plan, life assurance, annual leave flexibility, and more.
• Prime Location: An inspiring workspace in Cardiff’s vibrant city centre, close to both urban amenities and scenic Welsh countryside.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in a supportive and forward-thinking legal environment, we would love to hear from you.