Our client is seeking to add an Associate or Senior Associate to their growing Banking and Finance team. In this full-time role, you will provide vital support to the Partners, assisting clients in achieving their business or personal goals through efficient legal advice delivery. Your responsibilities will include offering accurate commercial advice, ensuring excellent client service, and preparing as well as negotiating transaction documents. You will liaise with instructing counsel to manage Jersey transaction processes, effectively handle deadlines, and prepare fee estimates while keeping clients informed. Additionally, you will take ownership of delegated tasks and seek guidance from the Partners and senior lawyers as necessary. Contributing to knowledge production and supporting the Partners in the development of junior team members and business development initiatives are also key aspects of this role.
Job Duties:
Provide accurate commercial advice to clients.
Deliver excellent client service.
Prepare and negotiate Jersey transaction documents.
Liaise with instructing counsel to provide Jersey transaction management support.
Manage deadlines effectively.
Prepare fee estimates and keep clients informed in relation to fees.
Manage work in progress.
Take responsibility for delegated work and seek appropriate guidance from the Partners and senior lawyers as necessary.
Contribute to producing know-how.
Support the Partners in developing more junior members of the team.
Assist the Partners and senior lawyers with appropriate business development activities.
Job Requirements:
5-6 years relevant post-qualification experience (PQE).
Admitted to practice in England & Wales or Jersey.
Flexible mindset with a proven track record of navigating diverse challenges.
What You’ll Love:
Joining our client means becoming part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence. You will be part of an environment that prioritises employee development and recognises and supports your growth within your legal career.
Could this be the right opportunity for you?
If this opportunity sounds right for you, we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly and experienced recruitment team is here to answer your questions, offer guidance and support you throughout the process. Simply submit your CV in confidence, and our Candidate Manager will arrange for one of our consultants to get in touch to organise an initial meeting, either face to face, via Microsoft Teams or by telephone, whichever suits you best. We look forward to getting to know you and learning more about what you’re looking for.
