
Jim Hamilton
Receivership is a key mechanism for secured lenders to recover debts when a borrower is in financial difficulty. When a borrower defaults and the security terms allow, a receiver may be appointed to take control of specific assets or an entire business. The role of the receiver is to manage and realise those assets to repay the secured debt — with professionalism, transparency, and commercial focus.
At BDO, we provide expert receivership services across single asset and trading cases, helping lenders protect value, manage risk, and achieve timely, effective outcomes. Whether you are managing a distressed loan, reviewing recovery options, or navigating a complex appointment, our experienced team will support you at every step — from initial viability assessments to the final realisation of assets.
Receivership allows secured lenders to recover their funds by appointing a licensed insolvency practitioner (the receiver) to take control of secured assets. The receiver acts on behalf of the lender, managing or disposing of the assets to discharge the outstanding debt.
This process can apply to:
Our role is to act quickly and commercially, protecting the value of secured assets while keeping stakeholders informed throughout the process.
BDO offers a full suite of receivership services, tailored to the nature of the security and the commercial objectives of the lender. Whether the appointment involves trading operations or specific asset realisation, our team brings clarity, structure, and results-focused execution to every engagement.
At BDO, our approach to receivership is built on clear communication, commercial awareness, and practical experience. We understand the pressure lenders face when a borrower defaults, and we work quickly to stabilise the situation, preserve value, and deliver efficient recoveries.
Our team is made up of senior restructuring specialists who take an active, partner-led role throughout the appointment. We collaborate closely with secured lenders, legal advisors, and other stakeholders to ensure that the process is managed professionally, transparently, and in line with your recovery goals.
With BDO, you benefit from:
Whether the appointment involves a single commercial asset or a complex trading business, we focus on practical solutions that maximise value and minimise risk.