Restructuring & Insolvency Solicitor

Job Title: Restructuring & Insolvency Solicitor

Location: Belfast
Working Pattern: Full-time (hybrid/flexible arrangements available)

About the Role
We are working with a leading law firm in Northern Ireland, recognised for its highly regarded Restructuring & Insolvency practice. The team acts on some of the most significant and complex restructurings and insolvencies, advising clients including insolvency practitioners, creditors, directors, and investors.

The firm is looking to hire solicitors at various levels - from Newly Qualified (NQ) through to more experienced - who have a strong interest or background in restructuring, insolvency, and related litigation matters. This is an excellent opportunity to develop within a dynamic and respected team.

Key Responsibilities

• Act on a range of restructuring and insolvency matters, including administrations, liquidations, and receiverships.

• Support litigation arising from corporate insolvencies, including director duties, creditor recoveries, and asset tracing.

• Draft and negotiate documentation related to insolvency proceedings, schemes of arrangement, and other restructuring mechanisms.

• Work collaboratively with the wider corporate, finance, and real estate teams on distressed and special-situation transactions.

• Liaise with insolvency practitioners, counsel, and stakeholders, and contribute to client relationship development.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Qualified solicitor (or eligible to qualify) in Northern Ireland.

• Strong interest in restructuring, insolvency, and litigation.

• Excellent drafting, analytical, negotiation, and client-facing skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a high-performing team.

Desirable:

• Experience in restructuring or insolvency matters (corporate or individual).

• Exposure to contentious insolvency or commercial litigation.

• Understanding of cross-border insolvency issues.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a leading Restructuring & Insolvency team with a broad client base and high-profile mandates.

• Real scope for professional growth - whether you are NQ or more experienced.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Flexible working environment with hybrid options and excellent career development support.

For further information on this role, or any other legal opportunities in Belfast or Northern Ireland, please contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential discussion.