Restructuring & Insolvency solicitor

Lester Aldridge is seeking a talented Restructuring & Insolvency Solicitor (1-4 years PQE) to join our dynamic and highly regarded team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside two dedicated restructuring and insolvency partners within a respected Legal 500/Chambers UK firm known for its depth across Real Estate, Marine, Dispute Resolution, Charities & Social Enterprise, and Healthcare.
Our Restructuring & Insolvency team operates across our London and Southampton offices and handles a strong pipeline of high-quality, varied and intellectually engaging matters.

About the RoleAs part of our growing team, you will gain exposure to both contentious and non-contentious restructuring and insolvency work (across both corporate and personal insolvency processes), including:Advising insolvency office holdersHandling insolvency appointmentsBusiness and asset salesProcedural court applicationsPursuing and defending insolvency-related claimsDebt restructuring (including restructuring plans, CVAs and stakeholder negotiations)Contingency planning for distressed businessesAdvising lenders on security reviews and enforcementAdvising directors on their legal dutiesSection 110 demergers, MVLs, and corporate group simplificationAdvising creditors of insolvent businessesThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to broaden their expertise, take ownership of quality work, and progress within a supportive and ambitious environment.

Who We're Looking For 1-4 years PQE (flexible for the right candidate) Recent experience within a dedicated restructuring & insolvency team, or predominantly R&I-focused role Someone enthusiastic, proactive, and team-focused Strong technical skills and an appetite to grow with the department