Trainee Closing Team Administrator (Insolvency)

Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom; in-person role

Company

FRP is a UK-based business advisory firm with over 900 team members and more than 100 partners, providing forensic, corporate finance, debt, financial, restructuring, and real estate advisory services through 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man, and Cyprus.

What you will do

• Manage a delegated portfolio of insolvency cases and ensure progress against set timescales.
• Draft reports, correspondence, and insolvency documentation for the Closings Team Manager.
• Liaise professionally and discreetly with directors, creditors, and debtors.
• Complete statutory tasks and formalities while maintaining compliance with deadlines.
• Update weekly checklists, monitor fees against creditor resolutions, and provide administrative support for case closures.
• Adapt to changing workloads, including occasional overtime when required.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of previous office experience.
• Minimum GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Detail-oriented approach with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Self-motivation and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to support colleagues.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and other IT systems.

Culture & Benefits

• On-the-job training to develop technical and professional skills.
• Supportive team environment with mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to insolvency and professional services, with opportunities for career growth and progression.
• Values include straightforward advice, confident evidence-based guidance, pragmatic solutions, and an approachable professional style.
• Inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture with equal-opportunity employment practices.
• Learning and development programmes focused on long-term employee growth, alongside sustainability commitments.