Restructuring and Insolvency Associate in Sheffield

We are seeking a talented and motivated Restructuring & Insolvency Associate (1–3 PQE) to join our growing London team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on complex, cross-border restructurings, special situations and insolvency matters for a diverse, high-profile client base. You will collaborate with market-leading practitioners and gain exposure to sophisticated financing instruments and multi-jurisdictional proceedings in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of restructuring, special situations and insolvency matters, including distressed debt, creditor-led restructurings, company-side mandates and cross-border insolvency issues.
• Work with key financing instruments such as syndicated bank loans, high-yield debt, intercreditor arrangements and other capital-structure components.
• Support clients through restructuring-related processes, including schemes of arrangement, restructuring plans, administration and insolvency filings across various jurisdictions.
• Draft, negotiate and review restructuring documentation, term sheets, security packages, forbearance agreements and related instruments.
• Manage workstreams with a high level of ownership while collaborating closely with partners, senior lawyers and other stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
• Engage directly with clients, advisors and counterparties to drive matters efficiently and deliver commercial solutions.
• Contribute to internal knowledge development, mentor junior colleagues and participate in business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• England & Wales qualified solicitor with 1–3 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Strong experience across restructuring, insolvency and special situations work with exposure to a varied client base.
• Solid understanding of key financing instruments, including bank debt, high-yield bonds and intercreditor arrangements.
• Experience handling cross-border restructuring-related proceedings and multi-jurisdictional matters.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with a track record of managing significant responsibility early in your career.
• Intellectually strong, commercially minded and able to navigate complex legal and financial issues.
• Enthusiastic, committed and versatile, with strong teamwork skills and a personable, collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with top-tier international firms.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex and cross-border mandates.
• Exposure to cutting-edge restructuring and insolvency matters alongside market-leading partners.
• Supportive and collegiate working environment with strong emphasis on professional growth and development.
• Hybrid working options and a commitment to work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, health coverage and wellbeing initiatives.

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click \’apply now\’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Samuel Doughty for a confidential discussion.

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*Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving we are unable to contact applicants who have been unsuccessful.