Insolvency Administrator

Job type: Full time/Permanent

Location: Remote with project travel

Role purpose

Preparing documents and managing a portfolio of Insolvency cases under the supervision of a senior administrator or Manager. Effectively communicating with a variety of internal and external stake-holders.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with liquidations, administrations and other formal corporate procedures
• Assisting senior staff with the administration of their case portfolio
• Responsible for a small portfolio of cases, most of a similar type and of simple nature
• Entry onto data system, including creditor, shareholder and employee information
• Drafting standard documentation/letter packs
• Preparing case related documents such as progress reports, statement of affairs, SIP6 reports, proposals, final reports etc
• First draft of statutory reports and proposals
• Preparation of statutory reports and proposals ready for review by MGR
• Basic data entry and financial analysis
• Keeping accurate records and updating case management systems
• Preparing engagements and issuing to directors/clients
• Obtain information and draft AML/client due diligence etc
• Case set up on practice management systems including IPS and document management system
• Reviewing case diaries and ensuring information up to date
• Actively managing case progression incorporating pre-appointment, progression and closure
• Recognising receipts and payments, passing payments to cashiering team for processing
• Communicating with creditors and other stakeholders
• Handle confidential information in a professional manner
• Respond to client queries in a timely manner
• Attending and/or setting up creditors’ meetings, virtual meetings
• Ability to forge a positive relationship with directors
• Drafting ad hoc written communications: – emails and letters
• Providing general advice to stakeholders on the insolvency process
• Adhere to statutory compliance and current legislation, best practice and policies and procedures
• Assisting in the investigation of the conduct of directors and the affairs of the companies in liquidation
• Manage employee claims with assistance
• Assisting in the realisation of assets and distribution of funds to creditors
• Liaise with professional agents
• Review of company records for investigation purposes
• Reviewing and updating case checklists
• Investigating director’s conduct
• Prepare director’s disqualification reports
• Understanding of basic cashiering functions
• Attend meetings with directors to discuss best solution for their company
• Provide administrative support to more senior staff members
• Assist more junior staff members with their work and queries
• Act on instruction and direction from more senior staff
• Become involved in marketing initiatives and start to grow personal business network

General skills required

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
• Confident telephone manner – Liaising with directors and stakeholders by telephone
• Access to full remote working set up including strong internet connection and space for dual monitors
• Experience with IPS and Virtual Cabinet
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work well under pressure

Personal qualities

• Courage, integrity and an understanding/respect of entrepreneurial spirit
• Upholding our company reputation, and increasing positive exposure
• High levels of empathy, resilience and professionalism
• Ensuring policies and procedures adhere to applicable regulation and legislation
• General business acumen coupled with a mindset geared towards continuous improvement and growth
• A sense of fun with a natural ability to engage with others and promote team spirit

Experience required

2+ Years Insolvency experience is ideal but we will certainly consider those with the general skills required and a hunger to learn and progress.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please email a CV and cover letter to: careers@babr.co.uk

About BABR

BABR was founded by Paul Bailey and Tom Ahmad in 2007, founded on trust and a mission to deliver impactful solutions.

As a team of trusted Insolvency Practitioners, BABR take pride in empowering people to overcome financial challenges. We strive to create a culture where clients feel comfortable discussing their problems, and we provide them with the courage to resolve them.