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Posted 07 August, 2026

Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate

Austen Lloyd Limited
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate - Legal 500 Firm - London

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Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

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A leading Legal 500 firm in London is seeking a Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate to join its highly regarded restructuring and insolvency team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious associate to work on complex, high-value matters while benefiting from strong support, clear progression, and a flexible working culture.

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The Role
\n You will work as part of a specialist team advising a broad range of clients, including companies, insolvency practitioners, lenders, and directors. Your responsibilities will include:

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  • Advising on corporate restructuring, insolvency, and bankruptcy matters
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  • Acting on administrations, liquidations, CVAs, and restructurings
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  • Supporting distressed M&A and refinancing transactions
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  • Advising directors, creditors, and stakeholders on insolvency risk and strategy
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  • Drafting and reviewing complex legal documentation and court applications
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  • Assisting with contentious insolvency matters where required
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  • Contributing to business development and client relationship management
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What's on Offer

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  • Competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of experience
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  • Hybrid working with flexibility between home and office
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  • Clear and transparent career progression within a Legal 500-ranked team
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  • Exposure to high-quality, complex, and often cross-border work
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  • Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development
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  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
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About You

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  • Qualified Solicitor with experience in restructuring, insolvency, or bankruptcy
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  • Strong technical ability and commercial awareness
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  • Confident working on complex matters and managing competing deadlines
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  • Excellent drafting, communication, and analytical skills
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  • Motivated to develop and progress within a leading London firm
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For more information send your CV or get in touch with Charlotte at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible CW 61679 Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate - Legal 500 Firm - London

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Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally. Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. The role; CW 61679 Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate - Legal 500 Firm - London

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