Careers
Careers at Kirks
We are a unique team of insolvency experts at the leading edge of business restructuring and insolvency based in the Southwest and Wales.
At Kirks, we understand that career paths are not linear and they can form different shapes. We aim to spot talent and encourage learning and professional exams. We are proud to have helped three Licenced Insolvency Practitioners qualify with the firm as well as a number of support staff who have passed the Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency exams.
We provide a flexible approach to working which can include part time or full time working from home as well as hours and times to suit you. All of the insolvency team have an IT set up at home as well as a permanent base in one of our offices.
Licensed Insolvency Practitioner
Plymouth
Kirks are looking for a near or newly qualified Licensed Insolvency Practitioner to join our friendly team based in our Plymouth office. This is a full time (35 hours) role and can be based on a hybrid working arrangement of 1 or 2 days in the office and the remainder working from home.
Reporting to the Managing Partner you will proactively manage and progress an existing caseload as well as developing new business opportunities.
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Your main duties will include:
- Reporting to the Managing Partner level you will take the full day-to-day responsibility for your own portfolio of cases.
- Taking the lead on joint appointments as a Licensed Insolvency Practitioner together with the Managing Partner
- You will attend initial meetings with companies in distress to discuss with the Directors the right solution and outcome for their financial problems.
- Progressing all aspects of insolvency case work including pre and post appointment procedures and compliance matters efficiently.
- Undertake a caseload of insolvency cases.
- Oversee and assist with the training and development of the team.
Requirements:
- At least 3 years’ experience at operating as a manager in a Restructuring and Insolvency role.
- Excellent technical, interpersonal and decision-making ability.
- Experience of working with IPS or equivalent insolvency software.
- Very good written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work alone and as part of a small team.
THE BENEFITS
Office location – 1 Buckland House, 12 William Prance Road, Plymouth International Business Park, Plymouth PL6 5WR
Flexible Working – We believe that the best work happens when you are settled. There is the ability for all our employees to work in both an office and be home-based. You can pick a schedule that suits you.
First Class Software – So we are able to efficiently look after our client’s needs, we always ensure you are using the best software available in the UK. Tried and tested by our experienced partners, you will be trained to a high standard on all applications.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive + car
If you are interested in the above opportunity, then please contact me at david@kirks.co.uk
Senior Insolvency Manager
Hereford
We are looking to recruit someone who is an enthusiastic and ambitious experienced insolvency professional. If training is needed, we will fund you through the CPI exams. The role provides a great opportunity to become a key member of a small team based at our Hereford office.
We are happy to discuss hybrid working arrangements.
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The role will suit either a:
- CPI qualified or someone with ambition to be JIEB qualified in the future.
- At least three years plus insolvency practice experience.
The Role:
- Preparing the paperwork to put companies into liquidation or administration.
- Progressing cases including drafting reports.
- Dealing with the sale of assets, collection of debtors and creditors claims.
- Talking to creditors and directors as cases progress.
Hybrid working available.
Job Type: Full-time or part time.
Salary: Competitive
Location: Rural Enterprise Centre, 24 Vincent Carey Road, Hereford, HR2 6FE.ing – We believe that the best work happens when you are settled. There is the ability for all our employees to work in both an office and be home-based. You can pick a schedule that suits you.
First Class Software – So we are able to efficiently look after our client’s needs, we always ensure you are using the best software available in the UK. Tried and tested by our experienced partners, you will be trained to a high standard on all applications.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive + car
If you are interested in the above opportunity, then please contact me at david@kirks.co.uk
david@kirks.co.uk
Phone
0808 1961496
Offices
Across the South West, London & Wales
By the numbers
ASSETS
£50m +
Value of the assets we have paid out
SATISFIED clients
85
Members Voluntary Liquidations in 2024 and the first half of 2025
Key Locations
7
Offices in key locations across the Southwest
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“Very professional and helpful service”
Kirks provided a very efficient and cost effective service. They offered support and advice throughout the process and made prompt payments. It was a very professional and helpful service.
Richard
Business owner
WHy use Kirks
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