Job title: Restructuring & Insolvency Associate/Senior Assoicate
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 1 Year PQE Senior Associate / Solicitor Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £75,000.00
Location: Sheffield, UK
Job published: 2026-05-07
Job ID: 61170
Contact name: Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Contact email: lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Restructuring & Insolvency Associate/Senior Associate

Location: Sheffield (hybrid working available)

Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 (depending on experience)

Experience: 1 to 4 years’ PQE

 

Our client is looking to recruit a Restructuring & Insolvency Associate or Senior Associate to join a friendly, fast-paced team in Sheffield.

You will work on complex restructuring and non-contentious corporate insolvency matters, supporting a national practice with a strong reputation in this space. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys technically interesting work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to build a long-term career in restructuring and insolvency.

 

The Role

The role will focus on restructuring and non-contentious corporate insolvency mandates, and is expected to include:

  • Advising on restructuring and insolvency issues arising from financial pressure and distress
  • Supporting on insolvency advisory work for a range of stakeholders (including insolvency practitioners, corporates, lenders and investors)
  • Assisting with distressed business and asset sales, including transaction support and related documentation
  • Advising on finance and security matters connected to restructuring and insolvency work
  • Working closely with colleagues across the wider national team to deliver joined-up advice
  • Managing matters efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on client service

 

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales
  • 1 to 4 years’ PQE with exposure to restructuring and non-contentious insolvency work (during training or post-qualification)
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Commercial approach with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to manage deadlines and priorities in a busy environment

Desirable:

  • Experience supporting on distressed M&A style work, including asset and share sales
  • Exposure to finance and security issues within a restructuring context
  • Confidence working with multiple stakeholders and coordinating across teams

 

What’s On Offer

  • Salary banding of £55,000 to £75,000, depending on experience
  • Hybrid working available
  • High quality, technically interesting work within a national restructuring and insolvency practice
  • Supportive team culture with clear development and progression opportunities
  • Modern office environment in Sheffield

 

About Our Client

Our client has a national restructuring and insolvency practice advising a broad range of stakeholders on issues arising from financial distress. The team has a strong reputation for expertise and works on complex mandates across the UK.

 

Working Arrangements

  • Full-time, permanent role
  • Sheffield
  • Hybrid working available

 

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.