JOB NEWS: The Insolvency Service is hiring an Official Receiver in Tyne & Wear on a Full-time basis.

JOB NEWS: The Insolvency Service is hiring an Official Receiver in Tyne & Wear on a Full-time basis.

Official Receiver – The Insolvency Service (Newcastle) £57,367–£63,319 per annum

Job Title

• Official Receiver

Employer

• The Insolvency Service

Location

• Newcastle, Tyne & Wear

Salary

• £57,367 to £63,319 per annum
• Civil Service Pension with employer contribution of 28.97%
• Employer pension contribution worth £16,619 per year based on starting salary

Job Grade

• Grade 7

Employment Details

• Permanent position
• Full-time, part-time, job share and flexible working options available
• Minimum of 32 hours per week required for part-time applicants
• Based at the North East Regional Centre in Newcastle
• One vacancy available

Role Overview

• Lead Insolvency North East as the Official Receiver
• Act as trustee in bankruptcies and liquidator in compulsory liquidations
• Investigate the causes of business failures and insolvencies
• Serve as an officer of the court with statutory responsibilities
• Provide strategic leadership across insolvency operations in the North East
• Work closely with senior leadership teams to deliver agency objectives

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operational delivery across Insolvency North East
• Manage insolvency casework and resource allocation
• Ensure compliance with agency standards, policies and procedures
• Contribute to agency targets and performance objectives
• Lead operational planning and risk management activities
• Drive service improvements and performance outcomes
• Manage stakeholder relationships with courts, businesses and external partners
• Support organisational change and staff engagement initiatives
• Ensure effective governance and operational compliance
• Provide leadership across multiple sites when required
• Represent the Official Receiver’s office in court proceedings and legal matters
• Maintain accountability for statutory insolvency functions

Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership
• Lead high-performing teams through change and operational challenges
• Promote employee engagement and wellbeing
• Create a positive and inclusive working environment
• Support organisational development and continuous improvement
• Drive operational excellence and service delivery standards

People Management

• Manage staff performance and development
• Recognise and reward employee achievements
• Address performance and attendance issues where necessary
• Promote diversity, inclusion and staff wellbeing
• Ensure compliance with health and safety responsibilities
• Support capability building across teams

Court and Insolvency Responsibilities

• Act as an Officer of the Court
• Present cases in the High Court, District Registries and County Courts
• Conduct public examinations where required
• Manage bankruptcy restriction order applications
• Ensure insolvency legislation and procedures are correctly applied
• Support technically proficient insolvency operations across the region

Skills and Experience Required

• Current knowledge of insolvency legislation, procedures and court processes
• Strong advocacy and presentation skills
• Proven senior leadership experience
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills
• High-level planning and organisational abilities
• Strong risk management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex operational environments
• Experience leading teams through change and transformation
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Essential Qualifications

• Full Insolvency Service Examiner Qualification or equivalent
• Or both Joint Insolvency Examination Board (JIEB) examinations
• Significant practical insolvency experience

Personal Qualities

• Inspirational and positive leader
• Excellent judgement and decision-making abilities
• Highly adaptable and resilient
• Strong critical analysis and evaluation skills
• Ability to see the wider strategic picture
• Accountable and results-focused
• Professional and ethical approach
• Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Civil Service Pension with 28.97% employer contribution
• Flexible working arrangements and flexi-time
• 25 days annual leave on entry
• Annual leave increasing to 30 days after five years’ service
• Eight public and bank holidays
• Additional privilege day leave
• Competitive maternity, paternity and parental leave
• Five days paid learning and development leave annually
• Five days paid volunteering leave annually
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace Wellness support services
• Career development and lifelong learning opportunities
• Access to employee network groups and diversity forums

Diversity and Inclusion

• The Insolvency Service welcomes applications from all backgrounds
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Nine active employee network groups available
• Disability Confident employer
• Supportive and inclusive working culture
• Commitment to employee wellbeing and career development

Why Apply?

• Senior Civil Service leadership opportunity
• Competitive salary and outstanding pension package
• Flexible working options available
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within a key government agency
• Lead insolvency operations across the North East
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Meaningful public service role supporting individuals and businesses

Application Information

• Sift expected week commencing 29 June 2026
• Interviews expected week commencing 6 July 2026
• Interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams
• Successful candidates will be subject to security and criminal record checks

Source

• Civil Service Jobs – The Insolvency Service

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