Insolvency and Recovery Administrator in Norwich

At Larking Gowen, independence matters. It gives us the freedom to focus on long-term relationships, support our local communities and invest in our people for the future. We believe great client service starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where individuals can develop their careers and achieve their potential. We're nationally recognised for our commitment to work-life balance and believe that successful careers are built in an environment where people feel supported, trusted and able to develop. Whether you're building on existing experience or looking for your next challenge, you'll join a team that values collaboration, professional development and making a difference for clients across East Anglia. Together, we're helping our clients, communities and people succeed.

Main Purpose of the role: You will be responsible for assisting with, and progressively taking ownership of, a portfolio of insolvency cases including predominantly liquidations and bankruptcies, but also administrations and voluntary arrangements.

Responsibilities:

• Managing your own portfolio of insolvency cases under supervision.
• Maintaining case files and ensuring statutory compliance requirements are met.
• Preparing statutory documentation, reports and correspondence.
• Drafting reports to creditors and stakeholders.
• Preparing dividends and supporting case closure procedures.
• Assisting with investigations into company affairs and asset recoveries.
• Preparing Statements of Affairs and deficiency accounts.
• Communicating with directors, creditors, debtors, solicitors and other stakeholders.
• Supporting managers, senior managers and insolvency practitioners on more complex assignments.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members.
• Assisting with procedural improvements and identifying efficiencies within the department.
• Contributing to the training and development of colleagues.

We are keen to hear from candidates with previous insolvency experience who are looking to progress their career within a supportive and ambitious team. CPI qualification and prior IPS software experience are desirable but not required, as training and ongoing support will be available.

Experience & Skills

Essential:

• Minimum English and Mathematics GCSE’s at Grade 9 – 4 (A* - C) or equivalent.
• Very strong communication skills both written and verbally.
• Excellent administration skills.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Desirable:

• Previous experience within an insolvency practice.
• Understanding of insolvency legislation and technical resources.
• Experience of managing routine casework with appropriate supervision.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior colleagues.

In return you will have support to establish your career with Larking Gowen at a pace that suits you both personally and professionally. We also offer benefits which include:

• Generous Holiday Allowance
• Life Assurance
• Pension with employer contributions rising with length of service
• Medicash Plan
• Paid sickness
• Professional subscriptions
• Group Income Protection
• Annual salary review
• Option to purchase PMI
• Plus many more!

Requirements: Insolvency and Recovery Administrator within Insolvency and Recovery team. Hours to be worked flexibly across five days (Monday-Friday). Based in Norwich or Ipswich. Salary: starting from £27,000.

At Larking Gowen, our people get the very best career opportunities in accountancy and business advice. Whether you're just starting out and you’re looking for an Apprenticeship or Graduate opportunity or you've been working in the business for some time, we'll make sure you get all the support you need to take you to the next step in your career and beyond. We pride ourselves on being a friendly business that looks after our people and is active in the community. As soon as you join us, you'll be working hands‑on, and starting to build your own professional relationships.

Larking Gowen has been around for more than 130 years. We have gone from strength to strength and have built our reputation for loyalty and reliability. We're also forward looking, keeping abreast of change in a fast-moving environment.

Platinum credited training provider. Pension scheme (salary exchange). Paid professional subscriptions. Rewards for client referrals. Social responsibility and charity support. Social and sports activities. Suggestion scheme and Innovation Fund. Paid holiday and option to purchase additional holiday through salary exchange. Corporate membership providing discounts on theatre and arts.