Licensed Insolvency Trustee, Client Administration in Winnipeg

Farber is one of Canada’s oldest, largest and most respected debt solution providers. We help Canadians get out of debt and start rebuilding their lives again. Established in 1979, Farber has over 300 employees working across the country and has helped well over 200,000+ Canadians with their debt.

Position Summary

In this role, your primary responsibility is to provide administrative oversight, technical guidance, and regulatory support across a portfolio of insolvency estates nationwide. Acting as a centralized Licensed Insolvency Trustee resource, you will support estate administration teams by providing direction on complex or nuanced matters, reviewing and signing statutory documentation, and ensuring compliance with the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA), OSB directives, and Firm policies.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support escalated matters, high-risk cases, and technical file issues while maintaining the Firm’s high professional, regulatory, and client service standards. This role also plays an important part in supporting operational consistency through coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance to administrative team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and oversight on complex or nuanced estate matters, including but not limited to distributions, interpretations of the relevant sections of the BIA, escalations, high-risk cases, and debtor/creditor communications.
• Support the drafting, review, and processing of statutory documents, forms, and correspondence for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Act as a primary Trustee signatory for CMC activities such as SRDs, interim distributions, EIS, 170 reports, court documents, disallowances, cheques, bank reconciliations, and other documentation requiring LIT signoff according to Firm policy.
• Provide timely direction and determinations on estate matters to support ongoing file progression and minimize delays in administration.
• Ensure all files adhere to the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA), OSB directives, and internal Firm policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the resolution of escalated issues, technical matters, or unique file scenarios.
• Chair meetings of creditors and negotiate with creditors as applicable.
• Attend regional Court as needed.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to administrative team members on insolvency processes and regulatory requirements.
• Accept new estate filings under your LIT license number as required.
• Support internal quality control initiatives and provide technical input on process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Execute responsibilities with a high sense of urgency while ensuring adherence to established service level agreements (SLAs), regulatory timelines, and Firm standards.

Qualifications

• A license to act as a Licensed Insolvency Trustee in Canada.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an insolvency practice required.
• Strong technical knowledge of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA), OSB directives, and insolvency administration processes.
• Experience reviewing and signing statutory insolvency documentation within a regulated environment.
• Previous experience supporting complex insolvency or restructuring files is considered an asset.
• A multi-jurisdictional LIT license is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex or high-risk file situations.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• High level of professionalism, judgment, and ethics to ensure positive outcomes for consumers and stakeholders.
• Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook and Excel.
• Knowledge of insolvency industry software programs is considered an asset.
• Other professional designation(s) are considered an asset.

Benefits and Perks

• Remote work model.
• Vacation and wellness days.
• Extended health and dental coverage, plus virtual doctor services.
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources.
• Company-matching retirement savings plan.
• Financial support for professional development.
• Annual company events.
• Exclusive access to perks and discounts.

At Farber, we’re in the business of helping people — and that includes our own team. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace that celebrates our people and their unique experiences. Our dedicated culture committee organizes events, recognition programs, and celebrations throughout the year to foster connection and belonging. Farber encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the diversity of Canada.

If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process—including alternate interview formats, accessible materials, or any other accommodations, we encourage you to contact us at careers@farbergroup.com.