Restructuring Advisory Assistant Manager (0489)

PKF is the 12th largest accountancy brand and the 12th largest audit practice in the UK. We are also an active member of PKF Global, an international network of legally independent accounting firms that gives us an on the ground presence in 150 countries around the world with access to more than 20,000 people across 440 offices globally.

We provide a full range of audit, accountancy, tax and advisory services, and are experts at simplifying complexity. We are particularly well-known for working with complex clients with challenging issues in fast-moving and highly technical areas, such as the insurance industry, the global capital markets and the not for profit sector. Our aim is to understand people, the organisations they run, and what matters to them, so we can simplify complexity and help them achieve their ambitions.

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Advisory 

PKF Littlejohn Advisory Limited is a specialist restructuring, advisory and insolvency practice and part of the PKF network with offices in Leeds, London and Manchester.  We provide advice and solutions to a wide variety of stakeholder groups across a broad range of industry sectors.  Our professionals include:

• A dedicated investigation and forensic team which predominantly administer insolvency cases where there has been an indication of fraud or dishonest conduct.
• A dedicated financial services team with extensive experience dealing with distressed regulated businesses including Credit Unions, EMIs, SIPP administrators and more.
• A core team involved with both trading and non-trading Administrations, CVAs and both solvent and insolvent liquidations
• Personal insolvency specialists

We offer clients a high level of partner involvement, together with the combined knowledge and experience of an established, close-knit team. 

At PKF every individual matters. The successful candidate can enjoy a role where they will be visible, accountable and fundamental to PKF’s success and  enjoy challenging work in an environment, which encourages personal development.  We deliberately seek to recruit individuals who have combined academic excellence.

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We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified Restructuring Advisory Manager to join our national advisory team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with relevant experience who thrives on managing complex cases and mentoring others.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for career progression and professional development.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a diverse caseload of 30+ restructuring, advisory or insolvency assignments, including administrations, creditors’ voluntary liquidations, members’ voluntary liquidations, and compulsory liquidations
• Oversee case progression from pre-appointment planning to closure, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and internal processes.
• Assist in the preparation of tenders for new work and lender panels liaising with other offices and service lines as appropriate
• Assume responsibility for client relations and liaise with clients, agents and solicitors as necessary
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to drive operational efficiency
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior team members, promoting development and high performance.
• Cultivate and develop strong relationships with other professionals externally and participate actively in marketing and business development initiatives
• Adhere to PKF’s systems, policy requirements and relevant Health & Safety policy.

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Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Previous advisory/restructuring/insolvency experience within a professional services firm.
• Possess a recognised professional qualification e.g. CPI, JIEB, ACCA, ACA.
• Comprehensive understanding of the UK insolvency procedures and legislation, restructuring frameworks and distressed business environments.
• Proven ability to independently manage a complex and varied caseload.
• Passion for people management, with demonstrable experience in training and team development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-centric approach.
• Team player, highly organised and high attention to detail.
• Been seen as a role model
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to originate work