Restructuring Manager Job at City of London, London Full Time

A leading UK advisory firm is looking to appoint a Restructuring Manager to join its well-established Restructuring, Pensions and Debt Advisory team, based in London.

The team works on a wide range of complex restructuring and insolvency assignments, including high-profile UK and international matters. Operating within a national platform, the role offers exposure across multiple sectors and the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and dynamic assignments in the market.

This is a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment that offers significant responsibility, development, and long-term progression, including support towards CPI and JIEB.

The OpportunityAs a Restructuring Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of advisory and insolvency assignments with minimal partner involvement, while also playing an active role in business development and team leadership.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of restructuring and insolvency casework
• Supporting Partners and Directors with pitches, origination, and business development initiatives
• Leading and delivering complex projects, including independent business reviews, short-term cashflow reviews, contingency planning, accelerated sales processes, and insolvency appointments (including pre-pack administrations)
• Acting as lead contact for multiple client relationships and identifying opportunities to win new work
• Preparing reports and recommendations for lenders and other key stakeholders
• Managing risk, compliance, budgets, and billing to ensure high-quality and profitable delivery
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing junior team members
• Leading teams through complex and sensitive situations in a dynamic transaction environment

What’s on Offer

• Exposure to high-profile restructuring and insolvency assignments in the UK and overseas
• Opportunity to work within a national, market-leading advisory team
• Clear progression pathway with support towards CPI / JIEB
• Flexible and agile working options
• A strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and work-life balance
• Opportunities for secondments, community involvement, and broader firm initiatives
• A values-driven culture focused on integrity, quality, and doing the right thing

What They’re Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with strong post-qualification experience
• Proven experience managing restructuring and insolvency projects, including business reviews, cashflow analysis, contingency planning, and formal insolvency appointments
• Experience leading small teams and taking responsibility for delivery, reporting, and client outcomes
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including direct interaction with senior leadership
• A commercial mindset with a genuine interest in business development and market engagement
• Ability to balance technical excellence with practical, client-focused solutions
• CPI and/or JIEB desirable but not essential

Why Apply?This is a standout opportunity to join a highly regarded advisory team where you’ll be trusted with responsibility, encouraged to think independently, and supported in building a long-term career. You’ll work on meaningful assignments, contribute to business growth, and be part of a culture that values inclusion, integrity, and ambition.

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