Our client, a well-known international law firm, is seeking an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to support their highly regarded restructuring and insolvency team on a fixed-term basis. The work will consist of complex and cross-border matters, offering exposure to high-profile matters in a collaborative and commercially minded environment.

Job Description:

• Advising stakeholders across a range of restructuring, insolvency and special situations matters
• Advising lenders, debtors, sponsors, distressed investors and insolvency practitioners on non-contentious restructuring matters
• Working on complex and time-critical transactions that may involve multiple jurisdictions
• Reviewing and negotiating financing, security and related documentation
• Supporting strategic advisory work across stressed and distressed scenarios
• Collaborating with internal teams and international offices to deliver cohesive advice
• Managing workstreams independently while contributing to broader team deliverables

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A qualified lawyer with demonstrable experience in restructuring, insolvency or special situations
• Strong legal and technical understanding of restructuring and insolvency frameworks
• Ability to work confidently with complex documentation
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication
• A collaborative mindset with confidence to show initiative
• Ideally 2-8 years PQE, although all relevant experience will be considered

Key Details:

• Location: London or Bristol
• Working pattern: Flexible, including significant remote working
• Duration: 9-12 months, fixed-term contract
• Start date: As soon as available
• Pay: Competitive salary