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Associate Director - Restructuring / Special Situations Location: London About the Role Join a rapidly expanding Restructuring and Special Situations team within a leading Deal Advisory practice. This team is the first point of response for clients facing operational challenges or financial pressure. You'll play a key role in preserving value and restoring organisational resilience through tailored, solution-focused strategies. What You'll Do Lead complex engagements: Deliver high-impact projects involving turnaround, restructuring, liquidity management, disposals, and stakeholder advisory. Client & stakeholder management: Engage with senior executives, lenders, private equity, and internal stakeholders, delivering clear and actionable insights. Business development: Help shape and win new mandates through proposition development, scoping, pricing, and pitching. Team leadership: Coach, mentor, and manage high-performing teams across multiple engagements. Practice growth: Support the ongoing development of the practice through thought leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on risk management. What You'll Bring Proven track record: Strong experience leading complex restructuring or special situations engagements, such as cash and working capital management, turnaround planning, stakeholder management, or financial modelling. Sector versatility: Experience in professional services, operations, finance, or consulting, with exposure across sectors such as industrials, consumer, TMT, energy, or healthcare. Analytical strength: Robust commercial acumen with expertise in financial analysis, DCF, LBO, and scenario modelling. Leadership presence: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders at the C-suite level and lead teams under pressure. Problem-solving mindset: Creative and agile approach to developing solutions in fast-paced and uncertain environments. Why You'll Love It Impactful work: Join a dynamic, high-performing team at the intersection of M&A, restructuring, debt advisory, and operational improvement. Broad client exposure: Work on a range of projects, from mid-market businesses to large corporates across the UK. Career progression: Step into a senior delivery and origination role with clear pathways for advancement. Inclusive culture: Thrive in a collaborative environment where diversity, coaching, and professional development are genuinely valued. Ideal Background ACA, ACCA, CFA, and or JIEB qualified. 8+ years' experience in restructuring, turnaround, corporate finance, or special situations. Demonstrable leadership of complex mandates and a proven track record in business development. Apply now to take the next step in your career - driving transformational outcomes and guiding organisations through moments that matter.

Senior Manager- Restructuring We're working with a top-tier advisory firm actively expanding its Restructuring capability and looking to hire a Senior Manager into its national practice. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, flexible, and fast-paced team at the forefront of helping businesses navigate financial and operational distress, often in high-stakes environments. If you're commercially minded, solutions-focused, and thrive on variety and pace-this could be the role for you. About the Team This Restructuring team sits at the heart of a highly successful Restructuring Advisory practice. The group is the first call for distressed clients facing significant financial challenges-delivering bespoke solutions that preserve advise on protecting value, managing stakeholder dynamics, and support long-term transformation. Following significant recent investment in leadership, the team is now expanding rapidly across all grades. You'll be joining a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing environment that values diverse perspectives and is committed to helping every team member thrive. Daily Duties: You'll lead and support a wide range of corporate advisory engagements, including: Stakeholder management and crisis stabilisation Liquidity and cash flow management Business planning and performance improvement Turnaround planning and implementation Independent Business Reviews, Financial Advisory, Contingency Planning, overseeing Report Writing and Options Review Integrated operational and financial restructuring. You'll work closely with a diverse client base, navigating and guiding them through moments of transformation and uncertainty. What We're Looking For You may come from a professional services, consulting, finance, or operational background. You'll bring a blend of experience covering Restructuring and Advisory work. Ideal candidates will demonstrate: Proven experience in leading complex advisory or restructuring projects Excellent commercial acumen and a solutions-led mindset Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Ability to manage multi-workstream projects in high-pressure environments A collaborative and inclusive approach to team leadership and development. Why Apply? Join a growing, entrepreneurial practice with leadership support and investment Work on high-impact, strategic projects with senior decision-makers Develop your career in a supportive, inclusive culture that champions growth Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements available. This remains a striking opportunity to progress in your advisory career, with a highly regarded restructuring practice. If interested, please apply below even if for a confidential chat.

M&A Analyst/Corporate Finance Executive. Are you looking to make a move into a Corporate Finance career? We're hiring a Corporate Finance Executive to support our dynamic client on a range of exciting M&A and advisory projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain end-to-end deal experience across both buy-side and sell-side mandates while working closely with experienced professionals in a collaborative, high-performing environment. What You'll Be Doing: Support team members across live deals, conducting research and preparing key transaction materials Prepare Information Memoranda, business plans, and financial models Research and analyse potential buyers, acquisition targets, and valuations Contribute to business development and networking activities alongside senior colleagues Manage your own workload and communicate progress within the team Attend client meetings with senior staff and assist in preparation and follow-ups Build technical and commercial skills through real-world experience and feedback Assist in preparing pitch documents and market research for prospective engagements What We're Looking For: Strong accounting background, ideally with an interest in or experience of Corporate Finance, ideally within Private Equity, M&A or similar sectors. ACCA/CA qualifications are ideal, or an interest in working towards these. Commercially-minded: A sharp eye for commercial opportunities and the ability to think strategically. High standards of accuracy and attention to detail: You're meticulous when it comes to financial reporting and reconciliation. Proactive and driven: You take initiative and have a winning work ethic, constantly striving to add value. Collaborative mindset: You'll be working closely with a small but highly experienced team, so strong communication and team skills are essential. Awareness of regulatory requirements including AML and FCA Conduct rules. Why This Role? Impact: As part of a smaller firm, you'll have a chance to directly influence the clients investments and portfolio decisions. Growth: The opportunity to expand your skillset by working closely with senior professionals in a collaborative, supportive environment. Reputation: Join a highly regarded firm with great credentials in the market, offering you excellent networking and career development prospects. If interested, please apply below!

Debt Advisory Manager opportunity with London's Leading Boutique! Are you an ambitious Assistant Manager or Manager with a passion for finance and a keen interest in the dynamic world of Debt Advisory? Join our client, an industry leader renowned for their leadership in the mid-market and cross-sector expertise. About Our Client: As specialists in the mid-market, our client's team completes approximately 25 high-impact transactions annually. Their unwavering commitment to Strategic Impact, with a strong focus on private equity, means your expertise will shape the future of businesses at the highest level. Situated in the heart of London, our client has a commanding presence in the market, coupled with an robust reputation. They offer a competitive salary, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and an engaging, team-oriented atmosphere. Candidate Requirements: ? Strong financial acumen and analytical skills ? Proven experience in Advisory, Leveraged Finance or Debt Advisory ? A passion for private equity transactions ? Completed CA/ACA or ACCA qualification with approximately 3 years post-qualification experience ? Exceptional communication and negotiation skills Your Path to Success: This opportunity isn't just a job; it's a transformative career move. Join a firm that sets the gold standard in Debt Advisory and empowers you to craft deals, influence outcomes, and lead with impact. Ready to embark on a rewarding and challenging career journey in Debt Advisory? This is your chance. Apply today to seize this remarkable opportunity and unlock your potential.

We are seeking a highly experienced M&A Director/Partner to join a growth and developing M&A practice. This is an opportunity to join a vibrant and growth orientated firm, and to drive our client's reputation and capabilities in the M&A space. Our client is a leading Advisory firm, with a growing Corporate Finance arm, operating in the mid-market. The client specializes in providing solutions for situations that are too difficult for more traditional sources of capital to navigate. Whether supporting a management team through a complex business transition or helping a bank exit a troubled loan, this firm is a strong and effective capital source for challenging situations. As the M&A Director/Partner, you will be responsible for the following: Managing a team on all standard and special situation mandates, including standard M&A, accelerated M&A Experience with non-standard M&A (carveouts, refinancing, restructuring and similar) Preparing IMs, managing data rooms, financial modelling and conducting diligence. Demonstrable private equity, M&A and corporate restructuring experience and exposure Excellent people management skills are essential, as is the ability to delegate effectively, collaborate and multitask efficiently. You should also have evidence of complex stakeholder management in a client-facing environment. Relevant qualifications, i.e. ACCA, ACA, CFA and equivalent experience. In this role, you will work directly with Partners and Heads of Restructuring to advise on a diverse and complex portfolio of live opportunities. You will also showcase and drive forward capabilities in the M&A Advisory space, as well as take the lead in all stakeholder management, particularly in a client-facing environment. To be successful in this role, you should have significant, with a track record of leading complex deals and providing exceptional client service. Take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding future with our team by submitting your application today.

Assistant Insolvency Manager opportunity: London Are you an ambitious Assistant Insolvency Manager or an experienced Senior Administrator seeking a challenging opportunity? Look no further! An exceptional opening awaits you at our client's esteemed Restructuring and Insolvency Boutique. By joining our clients ranks, you will not only manage cases but also unlock opportunities to diversify your skill set through cross-training and engagement with intricate and high-profile creditor advisory and operational assignments. The Opportunity: As an Assistant Insolvency Manager, you will find yourself at the heart of driving execution on a diverse portfolio of cases. From shouldering statutory duties to managing transparent creditor communications, orchestrating asset realizations, conducting thorough investigations, navigating employee redundancies, managing claims and correspondence, to ensuring the smooth closure of cases - you'll be the pivot around which our clients cases revolve. What Awaits: Spearheading claims agreement and distribution processes in formal insolvency cases. Steering and advancing a spectrum of responsibilities, including meticulously reviewing received claims, validating their eligibility, determining their quantum, and reaching consensus. Nurturing and mentoring junior team members, fostering a collaborative environment of growth. Tackling intricate, high-volume creditor claims and unravelling complex challenges. Your Qualifications and Skills: A bachelor's degree or impressive A-Level results and or paired with hands-on, directly and relevant Insolvency experience. A proven track record in professional services or a corporate setting, with a focus on formal, corporate insolvency. Profound familiarity with the UK Insolvency statutory and regulatory framework. A flair for numbers and a knack for analytical prowess. A bit about our client: Our clients team tackles a wide range of top tier insolvency cases. The perfect candidates will thrive in a collaborative team environment, display diligence and dedication and look to demonstrate acute risk awareness. Offering a stellar candidate experience, our client can offer a competitive pay package, accompanied by an enticing benefits ensemble. Elevate your career and become part of our client's thriving legacy. Embark on a journey with our client and relish a career brimming with growth in a rapidly expanding team.

Are you seeking the next best step in your career? My client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Insolvency Administrator to join our dynamic restructuring and insolvency team. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of corporate and personal insolvency cases from inception to closure, ensuring all statutory requirements are met efficiently and effectively. This is a great opportunity for a confident professional looking to take the next step in their insolvency career within a supportive and progressive environment. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of corporate insolvency cases (CVLs, MVLs, Administrations) and personal insolvency matters (Bankruptcies, IVAs, etc.) with minimal supervision. Liaise with creditors, directors, debtors, solicitors, and other stakeholders, maintaining high standards of communication Prepare and review statutory reports, notices, and other legal documents in line with current legislation and internal procedures Client: My client serves its clients via an extensive UK office network and through our international association of approved partner firms which enables us to draw together specialist teams from around the world to meet specific cross-jurisdictional challenges. Clients include commercial organisations of all sizes that may be facing day-to- day or long-term financial challenges. My clients licensed insolvency practitioners will work closely with businesses in financial distress to arrive at the root of the problem, whether this is poor cash flow, a changing marketplace, or operational inefficiencies.