Restructuring & Insolvency Legal Administrator
Manchester – £24,000
Administration Assistant – Restructuring & Insolvency
Douglas Scott are working with a top 100 law firm in Manchester for a Legal Administration Assistant to work in the firms R&I team.
This role offers the opportunity to support a busy and growing Restructuring & Insolvency team, working closely with the team PA to assist with file management, billing, accounts queries, and general administrative tasks. The successful candidate will also provide cover during periods of annual leave or sickness, ensuring the smooth running of the department. For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to take on paralegal responsibilities in the future, though this is not a requirement of the role.
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with strong numeracy skills and a proactive approach. The ability to work efficiently within a team, manage time effectively, and respond to the needs of the department is essential. A willingness to learn is key, and while previous administrative experience is beneficial, full training will be provided.
This is a full-time role (35 hours per week), though part-time applicants (3–4 days per week) will also be considered, provided they can offer flexibility during busy periods such as month-end and staff absences. This is a fully office-based position in the firm's Manchester head office with a salary dependent on experience.
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Ryan McNamara, Head of North West and Yorkshire at Douglas Scott for over 6 years, specialises in Private Practice recruitment across the region. Since joining in 2018, Ryan has recruited for roles ranging from Legal Assistant to Partner, working with regional practices, boutique firms, and large national and international firms. He supports well-established departments and firms looking to expand into new areas of law.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Insolvency Law
- Type: Business Support
- Salary: £24,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Manchester
- Reference: 1161645
