Senior Associate Public Sector Restructuring (London)

PricewaterhouseCoopers
London

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Advisory - Other

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

Step into a pivotal role with PwCs Restructuring & Insolvency (R&I) Team as a Senior Associate where your perspectives are valued and your skills can grow. We offer both advisory and executory restructuring services working with a diverse range of clients where government is a key stakeholder including government departments arms-length bodies regulators local and devolved government.

Our work is dynamic fast paced and essential for our clients offering an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals to advance their careers. As part of the UKs largest restructuring services firm you will be central to solving critical financial operational and strategic challenges within the Public Sector driving PwCs purpose to build trust in society.

Being part of the R&I team provides a unique opportunity to gain experience across both advisory and executory restructuring service offerings:

  • Public Sector restructuring advisory : we provide hands-on support to our clients where government is a key stakeholder. These projects include working with both Government stakeholders and companies that actively engage with Government departments alongside focussing on the company and/or sector in distress. This could involve performing independent business reviews (IBRs) strategic reviews options analysis cash flow management and much more. We are looking for people who are keen to develop themselves across this wide range of skills and we will provide the environment and support to help grow your experience and confidence.

  • Executory restructuring : we advise on restructuring solutions and how insolvency processes can be used to maximise outcomes for all stakeholders. Our work includes all aspects of pre-insolvency advice and options assessment contingency planning or executing administrations liquidations and other rescue mechanisms.

What your Days Will Look Like

  • Working on high-profile fast-paced projects where the public sector is a key stakeholder in restructuring and insolvency situations.

  • Reviewing financial and operational performance identifying key issues for clients and stakeholders.

  • Supporting senior team members on projects and assist in delivering larger complex projects.

  • Getting one to one coaching from the senior team around you about any new / complex technical or soft skill experience that you might not yet have fully honed we are focused on developing our people and dont expect anyone to know everything about these complex situations. Youll be in a safe environment where no question is a stupid question.

  • Conducting cash flow and financial modelling assessing everything from short-term requirements to long-term viability and contingency planning.

  • Preparing reports and presentations for a variety of clients and stakeholders in both advisory and executory roles.

  • Assisting Insolvency Practitioners with formal appointments (e.g. administrations liquidations CVAs restructuring plans) including managing trading businesses during insolvency.

  • Using technology and digital tools to deliver analysis efficiently and explore innovative solutions.

  • Attending industry-wide restructuring events to develop technical knowledge or expand your professional network including formal restructuring-focused training courses and seminars whether delivered internally or externally

This Role is for you if:

  • Are enthusiastic and proactive with an interest in helping companies navigate through difficult circumstances

  • Working towards a CA/ACA/ACCA Qualification (or an international equivalent) or have work experience in and around the restructuring market (whether thats a project you delivered while working for a government department or at a financial institution).

  • Have sound financial analytical skills including use of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Have experience in the Public Sector or have worked with government in your current role.

  • Have an interest in government priorities including key policy measures (e.g. Industrial Strategy).

  • You are passionate about and have a commitment to support business development and marketing efforts in a caring and collaborative way

  • You are committed to your personal development and keen on nurturing growth in your team.

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life our benefits are designed to add value and support recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.

Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Analytical Thinking Bankruptcy Analysis Bankruptcy Code Bankruptcy Management Bankruptcy Restructuring Business Liquidations Cash Flow Analysis Client Management Communication Conducting Research Corporate Development Corporate Finance Corporate Management Creativity Data Rooms Debt Restructuring Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Financial Modeling Financial Review Financial Statement Analysis 12 more

Desired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Government Clearance Required

No

Job Posting End Date

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Posted 2025-12-21

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