Insolvency Administrator - Restructuring Services

at  Mazars

Forvis Mazars Restructuring Services is looking for an Executive to join our established team in Bristol. You will work alongside a diverse and experienced group where your personal development is at the forefront of our culture. While the role is based in our Bristol team, you may also have the opportunity to work with our Insolvency Practitioners in other regions as we operate as a national practice across all areas of restructuring by embracing a hybrid working model.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• No previous insolvency experience is required. This role is suitable to someone with professional service experience, a graduate / school leaver, or someone seeking a career change. Equally, the role is suitable for someone with prior insolvency case administrator experience seeking a change of role. Full training and support will be provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build strong client relationships with a foundation of trust and responsibility.
• Analytical skills – ability to think critically to solve problems.
• Ability to identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
• Strong numerical skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure whilst recognising the deadline or urgency to be dealt with.
• Desire to help the team and wider firm grow.
• Proficient and competent in using MS Office

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of the role is to be a key member of a team responsible for a portfolio of corporate insolvency engagements with a particular focus on Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations ("CVLs"), and Administrations (“ADMs”). You will be proactive in progressing those cases in conjunction with the case manager and officeholders.

JOB ROLE

• Work in teams on a diverse range of insolvency engagements to assist companies facing financial difficulty.
• Manage a portfolio of these engagements, including Administrations and CVLs.
• To operate these cases / projects using specialist insolvency software (training will be provided).
• Undertake financial analysis and document reviews, working closely with managers and partners to support the preparation of reports.
• Gain experience in assisting with asset recovery, stakeholder engagement and distributions to creditors.
• Liaise with company creditors with queries and disputes.
• Liaise directly with third party agents and intermediaries such as solicitors, property agents, insurers and employment specialist.
• Carry out investigations into company affairs and understanding reasons for company failure.
• Take ownership of your portfolio, being the point of contact for clients and third parties throughout.
• Sit in and contribute to team and office strategy meetings.
• Build strong relationships with clients and intermediaries through networking events and business development activities.
• Carry out duties in accordance with relevant legal and statutory obligations and the firm’s procedures.