Insolvency Practitioner Services for Debt Recovery

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking a specialist Insolvency Practitioner to recover outstanding debts where standard collection methods have failed. The provider will manage complex insolvency cases involving individuals, companies, and deceased estates, handling the full process from case assessment through to recovery. Key responsibilities include: - Managing personal bankruptcy proceedings, including financial investigations and court representation - Handling corporate winding-up petitions against limited companies and other entities - Managing insolvent estate matters involving deceased debtors - Providing specialist advice on the suitability and approach for individual cases - Maintaining comprehensive case records and progress monitoring - Delivering regular performance reports detailing cases, outcomes, recoveries, and costs - Ensuring accurate financial reconciliation with transparent audit trails The service covers debts including unpaid Council Tax, Business Rates, and Sundry Debts. The provider must hold all necessary UK insolvency licences and professional accreditations, comply with all relevant legislation and the Council's governance requirements, and work collaboratively with Council officers, legal services, and courts. The Council seeks a provider with proven experience delivering insolvency services for local authorities or public sector organisations, demonstrating the capacity to manage diverse personal, corporate, and estate cases efficiently.