The posting
Purpose: To provide assistance to the Recovery & Reorganisation team on a range of restructuring assignments. Working mainly with the Senior Associates, providing support on a portfolio of cases.
To also provide general clerical and general administrative support to the department and assist the management team on ad hoc tasks and projects.
The role involves providing assistance to senior staff members on restructuring and forensic assignments, from the initial client take-on up to the conclusion of the assignment, including tasks such as obtaining and collating the required client disclosure documentation and assisting with client take-on, keeping records up to date and assisting with the day-to-day administration of the assignments.
The Associate will be involved in general case work to understand the importance of and to implement efficiently good procedures. As they progress, they will develop a basic understanding of restructuring and forensic assignments with a view of administering their own portfolio of cases.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Clients
- Communicates effectively with clients’ staff with supervision from a Senior Associate.
- Understands difficult situations and brings them to the attention of senior staff members.
- Develops an understanding of the different requirements of stakeholders.
- Is flexible to be able to travel to clients’ premises and to work or study away from home from time to time.
- Promotes the Grant Thornton brand in their dealings with the stakeholders.
- Develops an awareness of the professional standards expected.
- Is aware of the importance of good client relations.
People
- Identifies and actions opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Is proactive in developing their understanding of solvent and insolvent procedures through conducting their own research.
- Acts as a role model for promoting the firm's values.
- Ensures that job review forms are completed on their performance on a regular basis and any identified areas of development are addressed after discussions with line manager.
- Responsibility for ensuring own appraisal and job review forms are completed on time, and that a personal training plan is in place.
- Develops accounting, compliance and company secretarial knowledge.
- Attends internal training events, including courses, to develop their skills and technical knowledge.
- For those undertaking professional exams, ensures they comply with the agreed training contract including preparation and maintenance of their student training record.
Operations and results Case management and compliance:
This is the key part of the role and in carrying it out, it is important to report to the Senior Associates on a regular basis to update them on progression and any other matters encountered.
- Develops an understanding of office and departmental procedures, including understanding of the basic functions of other Grant Thornton departments.
- Assists in completing take on procedures including conflict checks, obtaining client due diligence, assisting in drafting engagement letters and setting up new clients.
- Able to research basic company information i.e. Jersey / Guernsey Registry, Companies House, Land Registry.
- Review a company’s books and records at the client, with a Senior Associate or a Manager.
- Prepares and files appropriately statutory documents on appointment and throughout the case as instructed by the Senior Associate.
- Understands and effectively uses IPS for maintenance of up to date records on all cases.
- Assists with distribution payments by completing the relevant checklists, preparing payments and liaising with banks, feeding information back to the Senior Associate as appropriate.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- Curiosity for digital tools and data, and a drive to find smarter solutions early on.
- Possesses excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
- Critical thinking, sound judgement, and attention to detail from your first live piece of work.
- Has attention to detail to ensure that the quality of work will meet the required ethical and professional standards.
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines coupled with a flexible attitude and a proactive approach to work.
- Genuine interest in our clients' businesses and an eye for spotting opportunities to add value, from the start.
- Analytical with the ability to analyse data from a variety of different sources.
- Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and has the confidence to deal with people at all levels.
- Taking ownership of your growth and seeking out opportunities rather than waiting for them to come to you.
- We've got a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, and we'll consider these alongside your strengths and motivations. We typically look at School leaver: 112 UCAS points or equivalent / Graduate: Degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent.
What investing in talent actually looks like:
- A fully-funded professional qualification, including paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees covered
- Access to the latest leading AI tools and digital solutions from day one, building skills that will shape the future of your career
- Meaningful client interaction - understanding how businesses operate and driving results which matter
- Access to additional opportunities as you reach your potential - from working with our Senior Leadership Team to shaping new initiatives
- Business Development responsibilities before you even qualify. Hands-on opportunities to win work and support our growth ambitions
