About The Role
The Corporate Liability Restructuring (Insurance team) is based in our More London office, and works on a broad range of Insurance, particularly in the Non-Life Run-off sector, and wider Financial Services projects. We actively manage some of the UK’s largest insurance insolvencies, working with complex claims and widely varied stakeholders. We have broadened the focus of this skill set into other financial services insolvency executory work, working on a number of recent high-profile cases in the market. We are trusted, expert advisers in the provision of exit and restructuring advice to mid-market and large financial services clients. Our advisory projects often involve the team providing restructuring advice to the Boards of financial services clients. This includes transactions involving run-off insurance portfolios and structural reorganisations using recognised market tools. As a Senior Associate in the Corporate Liability Restructuring (Insurance) team, your role will be varied across several projects. You will be at the forefront of each engagement, working closely with Managers and Senior Managers to deliver a high standard of work for the client.
What Your Days Will Look Like
- Meeting with senior client stakeholders to discuss and understand their business and project needs;
- Undertaking financial analysis e.g. forecasting; long-term viability and options reviews; and understanding the impact of a transaction and/or restructuring on the business and its creditors;
- Considering innovative suggestions for profit growth and overall project improvement;
- Interaction with PwC colleagues across other teams and specialisms (we often bring other subject matter experts into assignments);
- Assisting with business development opportunities such as arranging industry networking events and producing market-leading thought leadership;
- Project management and progression of key case activities;
- Considering findings and conclusions from the perspective of multiple stakeholders and debating conclusions directly with the project team; and
- Preparation of presentations and/or reports to key stakeholders (e.g. boards/banks/PE houses/management/creditors/regulators/lawyers).
The Role Is For You If
- Previous experience working in financial services, it is particularly useful if this experience is in the Insurance industry in roles such as underwriting, commercial broking or claims handling.
- Strong commercial awareness and sound financial analytical skills
- Ability to build meaningful relationships both internally and externally
- Ability to work well collaboratively
- Proven ability to manage projects with tight deadlines
- Experience managing third party stakeholders
- Desire to develop and progress through the firm
- Excellent verbal and written English
- Preferred qualifications can include an ACA/CA/ACCA qualification (or international equivalent) or equivalent work experience. This includes international candidates who qualify through experience in their home country.
What You’ll Receive From Us
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions. We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
LA&R - Corporate Liability Restructuring, Senior Associate employer: PwC UK
At PwC, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our comprehensive benefits package, which includes flexible working arrangements, private medical cover, and opportunities for volunteering. Located at the heart of a global deals business, our team thrives on tackling complex challenges while supporting each other in achieving both personal and professional milestones.
