Role title: Trainee Operations Assistant / Case Handler
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Location: Hazel Grove SK7 (on-site parking, close to train station)

Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 per annum

ESA Risk provides investigative and intelligence services to insolvency practitioners, legal advisors and financial institutions. We help clients locate assets, trace individuals and gather intelligence to support insolvency and litigation processes.

We’re looking for a Trainee Operations Assistant / Case Handler to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a bright school leaver or graduate – or someone thinking of a career change – looking to build a career in investigations, research or case management.

About the role

You’ll support the operations team with day-to-day case handling and client work. Responsibilities will grow as you develop, but will initially include:

• Assisting with case administration and reporting.
• Conducting online research and data gathering.
• Helping prepare professional reports and summaries for clients.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal team members.
• Supporting the smooth running of operations across the business.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Confident with written English, you can spell, proofread and write clearly.
• Computer literate, with solid IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
• Curious and analytical, with a natural interest in research and problem-solving.
• Organised and reliable, able to follow processes and manage time effectively.

What we offer

• Full training in case handling.
• Real responsibility from an early stage, with opportunities to grow your role.
• A supportive and professional environment within a small, close-knit team.
• Competitive salary depending on experience.

If you’re detail-oriented, inquisitive and want to develop professional skills in a unique and interesting sector, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply

If you are interested in the Trainee Operations Assistant / Case Handler role and would like to apply, simply send your up-to-date CV to us at hr@esarisk.com and we will be in touch.