Senior Insolvency Administrator

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 and with other financial services added to our portfolio in 2023 including Commercial Finance and Debt Recovery Solutions, BABR take pride in empowering people to overcome financial challenges. We strive to create a environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their problems, and we provide them with the courage to resolve them.
We also focus on our internal culture. We want to be a great place to work. A place where everyone feels valued, inspired and is rewarded.​
And we don’t just talk about being different. We really are. We work mostly virtually though we’re anything but remote; We’re a connected team. We don’t just talk about work-life balance, we give people the trust and freedom to manage their work load with flexible hours. We don’t just reference wellbeing, we focus on all aspects of health and personal development with mentoring and coaching programmes. We champion each and every person and invest in their success. And we passionately believe in having fun whilst we go about our business. You’ll find that anyone you interact with will have a welcoming smile and will insist on supporting you.
Role purpose
We are seeking an experienced Senior Insolvency Administrator
with the the ambition, confidence, and expertise to manage a large portfolio of medium-complexity corporate insolvency cases under the supervision of a Manager.
If you are organised, have a minimum of three years' Insolvency Administration experience, are detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills, we invite you to apply and be a key player in our excellent team.
Requirements
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3+ Years Insolvency experience with a proven track record of managing your own portfolio of cases
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Good working knowledge of IPS (cloud ideal), VS and MS Teams, Excel and Word.
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Strong numeracy skills with min Grade “C’ or 6 at GCSE level
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
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Confident telephone manner - Liaising with directors and stakeholders by telephone
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Access to full remote working set up including strong internet connection and space for dual monitors
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to work well under pressure
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Enjoys working in a dynamic fast paced environment
Responsibilities
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Assisting with liquidations, administrations and other formal corporate procedures
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Assisting senior staff with the administration of their case portfolio
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Responsible for a large portfolio of cases, with varied levels of complexity
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Review of statutory reports and proposals ready for review by IP
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Entry onto data system, including creditor, shareholder and employee information
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Drafting standard documentation/letter packs
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Preparing case related documents such as progress reports, statement of affairs, SIP6 reports, proposals, final reports etc
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Formulating strategies for case progression and liaising with the office holder
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Providing recommendations for sign off by managers and IPs
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Monitoring case progression and attending/arranging team meetings
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Preparation of statutory reports and proposals ready for review by MGR
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Mid level data entry and financial analysis
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Keeping accurate records and updating case management systems
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Preparing engagements and issuing to directors/clients
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Obtain information and draft AML/client due diligence etc
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Case set up on practice management systems including IPS and document management system
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Reviewing case diaries and ensuring information up to date
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Actively managing case progression incorporating pre-appointment, progression and closure
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Recognising receipts and payments, passing payments to cashiering team for processing
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Communicating with creditors and other stakeholders
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Handle confidential information in a professional manner
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Respond to client queries in a timely manner
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Attending and/or setting up creditors’ meetings, virtual meetings
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Ability to forge a positive relationship with directors
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Drafting ad hoc written communications: - emails and letters
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Providing general advice to stakeholders on the insolvency process
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Adhere to statutory compliance and current legislation, best practice and policies and procedures
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Assisting in the investigation of the conduct of directors and the affairs of the companies in liquidation
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Manage employee claims with assistance
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Assisting in the realisation of assets and distribution of funds to creditors
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Liaise with professional agents
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Review of company records for investigation purposes
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Reviewing and updating case checklists
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Investigating director's conduct
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Prepare director's disqualification reports
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Understanding of basic cashiering functions
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Attend meetings with directors to discuss best solution for their company
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Provide administrative support to more senior staff members
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Assist more junior staff members with their work and queries
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Provide training to your team
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Act on instruction and direction from more senior staff
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Take an active role in networking and business development activities of BABR
What's in it for you?
Flexibility. We have flexible working in place so you'll enjoy a good work/life balance with no commuting!
Working from home. With the latest tech and software tools to enable seamless communication. We also offer in-person working when it makes sense to collaborate.
Competitive Salary.
Sponsored professional qualifications and CPD
Generous holiday.
Full home tech set-up.
Company Healthcare scheme including Employee Assistance Programme.
Pension.
Away days