BVI Cross-Border Litigation & Insolvency Associate

Agnew O'Brien Global Legal Recruitment; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore law firm seeks an experienced litigator to join its British Virgin Islands office. The role involves advising on complex, high-value cross-border litigation and restructuring matters, and requires Commonwealth qualification with 4–5 years’ PQE and Higher Rights of Audience. Responsibilities include acting on commercial disputes, drafting legal submissions, and mentoring junior associates. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package and prospects for career growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive remuneration

Relocation package

Excellent benefits

Long-term progression prospects

Qualifications

• 4–5 years’ PQE required.
• Experience in handling complex litigation matters.
• Proven track record in contentious insolvency cases.

Responsibilities

• Act on commercial disputes before the BVI Commercial Court.
• Draft pleadings and legal submissions in complex cases.
• Advise clients on strategy and case management.
• Conduct advocacy in interim hearings and applications.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Complex commercial litigation

Contentious insolvency

Restructuring cases

Education

Commonwealth qualified

Higher Rights of Audience

Job description

A leading offshore law firm seeks an experienced litigator to join its British Virgin Islands office. The role involves advising on complex, high-value cross-border litigation and restructuring matters, and requires Commonwealth qualification with 4–5 years’ PQE and Higher Rights of Audience. Responsibilities include acting on commercial disputes, drafting legal submissions, and mentoring junior associates. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package and prospects for career growth within a supportive environment.