Graduate Insolvency Administrator-- Brighton

Job Description

Graduate Insolvency Administrator 

Location: Brighton (Full time in office, opportunity to become hybrid). 
Salary: TBC  

About Us 

Begbies Traynor is the UK’s leading business rescue and recovery specialist, providing partner-led services to stakeholders in troubled businesses and we have been appointed to more insolvency cases than any other firm in the UK.  
 
We are part of a broader plc which is a growing national professional services company who deliver exceptional advice and support to clients from a comprehensive network of UK and offshore locations.   
 
We have more than 1,200 colleagues and partners and our professional colleagues include licensed insolvency practitioners, accountants, chartered surveyors and lawyers.  

What will you do? 

This role will be part of a wider team dealing with Corporate Insolvency case work where you will support Partners, Directors and Managers as well as undertaking your own casework and caseload.  

Key responsibilities 

• Liaising with agents and solicitors as directed associated with the cases. 
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory paperwork 
• Aiding in the preparation of documents for banks and other financial institutions. 
• Assisting with the disposal of assets, collection of debts and the distribution of funds. 
• Drafting correspondence to creditors and other interested parties on request. 
• Providing ad-hoc administrative support to the team as required. 
• Assisting with investigation matters, as and when required.  
• Assisting with employee claims, as and when required. 
• Data input to internal systems. 
• Bank reconciliations. 
• Process payments in various formats e.g., cheques, chaps etc. 
• Dividend runs. 
• Ensuring in-tray/emails are monitored and cleared on a timely basis. 
• Various compliance duties. 
• Perform a variety of routine and non-routine administrative tasks without supervision. 
• Filing of all case related documentation. 

You will: 

• Gain practical experience and valuable skills whilst developing your knowledge and career  
• Be part of a team supporting the day-to-day operations and functions and get involved in interesting cases  
• Use your insights and skills to analyse financial information, prepare statutory reports and documents   
• Communicate with key stakeholders, such as Accountants and Solicitors on formal insolvency matters  
• Gain knowledge and experience of dealing with limited companies in financial distress from a wide range of industries and sectors  
• Be predominantly based in our Brighton office with a supportive team around you, occasionally working out on site and other offices  

What will we do 

As a broader PLC group we’ve doubled in size since 2019 and we have ambitions to maintain that growth profile moving forwards.  We’re looking for people who want to grow their career and help us shape our future.  We value applied intellect, curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.  We do this by  supporting your professional development, this starts on day 1 as we help you learn about our Group and then we offer ‘development opportunities for all’ so you can tailor your learning to achieve your personal and professional goals empowering you to manage your wellbeing and supporting flexible working arrangements  being community centered and encouraging you to build your connections across our Group, whether that’s through our Colleague Networks, or by connecting with others at a similar stage of their career, as well as building your connections with local communities by using your volunteering day or perhaps promoting our industries at local schools, colleges and universities.  Investing in our people; we’ve recently enhanced our family leave policies and have a flexible benefits offering.   

 What are we looking for? 

• A relevant degree – ideally Accountancy, Business or Law but we would also consider someone with relevant experience or a strong degree in another area.  
• A desire to learn and progress your career - once you’ve gained the relevant experience, you’ll be encouraged to take further professional qualifications 
• Ability to communicate well (verbally and written) with both colleagues and external parties  
• Natural curiosity and desire to solve problems  
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and ways of working  
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise 
• Strong IT skills 
• Ability to work at all levels 
• Willingness to travel when necessary 

Are you interested?  

If you’re interested, then please get in touch, to apply all you need to do is…  

• Upload your CV   
• Briefly tell us why you’d be excited to join our team.  
• We’d love to hear from you!