Head of Insolvency

Head of Insolvency | Legal 500 Firm | Liverpool | Equity Prospects A well-established Legal 500 firm is experiencing significant growth and is seeking an entrepreneurial Insolvency Lawyer to lead and develop its Insolvency department. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a practice area within a progressive, fast‑growing firm, with genuine autonomy. The Firm This boutique commercial firm may be smaller in size, but it has built a powerful reputation across Liverpool, Manchester and Leeds. Ranked in the Legal 500, the firm has attracted high‑calibre lawyers from respected backgrounds who want influence, visibility and the chance to shape something meaningful. The culture is entrepreneurial and commercially minded, with real investment in growth, modern infrastructure and a leadership team focused on building a long‑term, sustainable business. Pay Range JMC Legal Recruitment provided pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Direct message the job poster from JMC Legal Recruitment. The Role You will lead the Insolvency department from a strong starting position, benefiting from an existing client base and consistent cross‑referrals from the firm’s wider commercial offering. The role involves advising receivers, liquidators, insolvency practitioners and trustees in bankruptcy on a broad range of contentious insolvency matters, with a particular focus on asset recovery and claims to maximise creditor returns. You will have full support in marketing, networking and team growth, with autonomy over strategy and department development. Requirements Insolvency Solicitor with 8+ years PQE Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Legal Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr