Credit, Collections & Insolvency News
PKF Littlejohn has expanded its footprint in the North West with the launch of a dedicated restructuring practice in Manchester, welcoming three Partners to lead the new team.
Paul Smith brings extensive board-level experience as a transformation leader and trusted advisor. A Fellow of the Institute for Turnaround, he has worked with a wide range of mid-market businesses to deliver solvent outcomes through operational and financial transformation. Smith has held senior strategic roles across both advisory and financial services, with a proven track record of leading successful turnaround plans and negotiating with key stakeholders including lenders, investors, and HMRC.
Stephen Clancy is a seasoned insolvency practitioner with over 30 years of appointment-taking experience. He has led a number of high-profile assignments, including the operational restructure of a major hospitality group and the wind-down of a national home improvement business. His expertise spans both formal insolvency processes and advisory-led solutions, delivering outcomes that protect value and support business continuity.
Paul Reeves joins with over 25 years’ experience in the UK restructuring sector. A Chartered Surveyor and Licensed Insolvency Practitioner, Reeves is known for his commercial insight and business development expertise.
Commenting on the expansion, Paul Williams, Restructuring Partner at PKF Littlejohn said “We are delighted to welcome Paul, Stephen and Paul to the team. They bring exceptional experience, local knowledge, trusted relationships, and a proven ability to deliver results for clients. This expansion is a key step in our strategic growth and enables us to offer even greater value to clients.”
