Nick Harris

Partner, restructuring

Meet Nick

One of the leaders of our award winning business restructuring team

Hi I’m Nick.

I’m a restructuring partner here at PKF Francis Clark.

I’ve been with the firm for over 20 years now and in my opinion, there’s no better place where you can get challenging and meaningful work in this great part of the country.

My role is helping businesses and directors in their real time of need, whether that’s financial distress or whether they need to restructure and grow, I’m here to help them get through that.

Yeah, there’s been some real success stories where I’ve been able to go in and meet

directors, meet the key stakeholders in those businesses, but then we’ve been able to put those businesses on the right track.

So in my free time, I am the dad of two young boys. But yeah, they’re both active. Go to lots of clubs and activities. I like to refer to myself as the family taxi service, taking them to different sports clubs in the evenings and at the weekends.

Whether you are facing a challenge or you just want to get in touch to explore your options, please do contact me.

Nick Harris is a licensed insolvency practitioner and chartered accountant based in the UK. He is a partner in PKF Francis Clark’s restructuring team, where he advises businesses across a wide range of sectors, including charities, agriculture, hospitality, pharmaceuticals, construction, care homes, and visual effects (VFX).

Nick began his career at PKF Francis Clark as a graduate trainee in 2004. He qualified as a chartered accountant in 2007 and has specialised in business recovery and insolvency since 2008. Nick became a partner in 2025. While he handles all aspects of business recovery, Nick is particularly passionate about guiding directors through the challenging twilight zone — the critical period when a business is facing financial uncertainty. He provides clear, practical advice to help directors make informed decisions, especially when weighing the difficult choice between continuing to trade or entering liquidation.

Known for his empathetic approach, Nick takes pride in helping individuals gain clarity and peace of mind during times of financial stress. He works closely with a trusted network of professionals to support businesses.

Outside of work, he enjoys watching cricket and rugby, and spending quality time with his family.

Nick's client say

“Nick, Charles and Nikita assisted us in reviewing the financial affairs of our much-loved family business following the death of our father. They provided invaluable advice and guidance, helping us navigate complex issues and make difficult decisions within challenging timescales. Throughout the process, the team demonstrated exceptional pragmatism, consistently identifying sensible, practical solutions and maintaining momentum even during the most challenging moments. The best possible outcome was achieved thanks to their professionalism, commercial acumen, and unwavering commitment.” Jonathan Lam and Anna Richardson, directors of Rokewood Limited
“Thank you everyone for your hard work and efforts to get this across the line. It was one of the most complicated deals I have been involved with, due to the number of stakeholders, complexities and the strong personalities involved! 60 staff will get paid today and didn’t lose their jobs, and the care home residents received their medication! Great effort all round” Jason Drummond, Founder & CEO, Medpal (Purchaser of Remedi)
“I’ve worked with Nick across several complex insolvency and restructuring matters and he consistently stands out for his professionalism, commerciality and ability to bring people together. The Remedi transaction was a particularly complex case with lots of moving parts, stakeholders and challenges along the way, but Nick was always calm, pragmatic and focused on finding solutions. He’s great with people and knows when to pick up the phone and have the conversations that keep things moving. Throughout the process he kept everyone informed, managed expectations well and worked collaboratively to get the best outcome possible. Nick combines strong technical expertise with genuine commercial awareness, a combination that is not always easy to find and one which adds real value in complex situations. He has a practical, solutions-focused approach and a clear understanding of the wider commercial objectives at play. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him and would gladly work with him again.” Kevin Hawthorn, partner, DAC Beachcroft
“I’ve worked with Nick Harris on several assignments and what always stands out is his ability to get to grips with complex situations quickly and keep everyone moving in the right direction. In the BAEMS case, we were dealing with an incredibly time-critical situation involving a vital NHS services, hundreds of employees, multiple funders and a large number of stakeholders. Within days, Nick helped secure the funding needed to pay 315 staff and keep the business operating while a rescue solution was found. What impressed me most was the pace of delivery and the quality of communication. Stakeholders were kept informed throughout, often on a daily basis, which built confidence and helped maintain support at every stage. Nick understood what needed to happen, brought the right people together and drove the process forward while keeping a clear focus on achieving the best outcome within a short period of time. The result was the successful sale of the business, the safeguarding of around 315 jobs and the continuation of critical services to the NHS as well as a number of other clients. It was a pleasure to work alongside him on such a challenging assignment.” Paul Evans, PME Consulting
“This was a complex and fast-moving situation, so we needed someone we could trust to get up to speed quickly and take control. That’s exactly what Nick Harris did. From day one, he and the team were on the phone to the client, arranging meetings and moving things forward at pace. There were a lot of stakeholders involved and some real challenges to work through, but Nick made the whole process feel smooth and straightforward. Communication was excellent throughout, and although we know there was a huge amount of work happening behind the scenes, everything appeared effortless. Nick combines real technical expertise with a calm, approachable style, which was exactly what this situation needed. We knew it was going to be a challenge, and that’s why we picked up the phone to Nick. He was exceptional from start to finish.” Matthew Richards, Ultimate Finance
“I had the pleasure of working with Nick and Dan earlier this year. As an organisation our dealings with insolvency tend to be as an unsecured creditor which means it is a routine, pre-determined process conducted through a series of letters. As such, this was the first time that I’ve had an interactive experience with insolvency practitioners/administrators. At the outset of this process when we found out our supplier was at risk the situation was vague, options unclear and there was an increasing sense of panic. For us, as a customer at risk of losing a critical service, this was extremely unnerving. Thankfully Nick became involved and, after that, the process became much clearer, giving us the tools to manage both our own and the wider situation. Without this, I suspect that we could easily have felt forced down a route that would have frustrated the ultimate outcome – a sale that saved jobs, money and ensured service continuity. It is only fair to attribute that outcome and its success to Nick and his team. They were clear, helpful, responsive, professional and, importantly, collaborative at all times.” NHS Body
“Working with Nick was a really positive experience. This was a complex and fairly high-pressure deal with lots of moving parts and different stakeholders to manage, but Nick handled it brilliantly. He’s great at getting into the detail while also keeping everyone focused on the end goal. What stood out most was his ability to bring people together and keep everyone aligned, particularly when navigating some of the more challenging discussions. Nick was approachable and easy to work with, building strong relationships and trust throughout the process. He combines diligence and technical expertise with genuine commercial awareness, which made a real difference in getting the deal over the line. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him. ” Jonathan Board Head of Pharmacy Christie & Co
“I have worked with Nick for over 15 years and have thoroughly enjoyed seeing him progress through the firm. He brings a calm, collected and thoughtful approach to complex and sensitive insolvency situations, always considering matters from every angle while remaining quick to make decisions when needed. Across both the Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust liquidation and the Bristol Ambulance EMS administration, Nick’s communication was seamless. He worked extremely well with the wider advisory team, kept stakeholders informed and aligned, and went above and beyond to ensure the best possible outcomes. What stands out most is Nick’s ability to move matters forward without fuss, even under significant time pressure. His proactive approach helped secure important community assets in the TCCT matter and a seamless sale for Bristol Ambulance EMS, protecting jobs and maintaining essential patient transport services. His ability to combine careful judgment with decisive action is what makes him stand out in challenging restructuring situations. ” Solicitors

Latest posts featuring Nick

Nick Harris in a suit and open necked shirt

Liquidators appointed to biomass boiler specialist BBSM Limited

7 September 2026

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A letter from HMRC

HMRC winding up petitions: how can funders protect value?

29 July 2026

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Charles Bell at Bristol harbourside

Bristol-based Charles Bell becomes our newest licenced insolvency practitioner

15 July 2026

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An aerial view of Rokewood Nursery, near Wisbech

Administrators of Rokewood Ltd seek buyer for Norfolk horticultural site

9 June 2026

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An ambulance outside a building

Administrators secure sale of Bristol ambulance company BAEMS Ltd, safeguarding services and jobs

22 May 2026

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Nick Harris in a suit and open necked shirt

Nick Harris and Lucinda Coleman appointed liquidators of Troax Lee Manufacturing Limited

9 April 2026

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Nick Harris in a suit and open necked shirt

Bristol-based window company Panoramic enters liquidation

17 December 2025

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How a members voluntary liquidation fits into succession and exit planning

14 October 2025

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Liquidators seek buyers for assets of Isansys Lifecare Ltd

23 June 2025

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Four newly promoted partners at PKF Francis Clark—Matt Willmott, Louise Bridgett, Nick Tippett, and Nick Harris—standing side by side in business attire, smiling in front of a PKF Francis Clark sign

Four partner promotions at PKF Francis Clark

1 April 2025

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Spring Statement 2025: HMRC to combat phoenix company practices

27 March 2025

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Jobs saved as Remedi Solutions sold to Remedi Healthcare Ltd

20 December 2024

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