Commercial Litigation / Dispute Resolution Lawyer - Jersey

Origin Legal; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a mid-senior associate to join their team focused on commercial litigation in the Jersey legal market. Candidates should be admitted in the UK or equivalent with at least 4 years PQE and a solid background in dispute resolution. The role offers strong career progression, the opportunity to manage client relationships, and a competitive salary with benefits. Enjoy a desirable work-life balance in the Channel Islands, close to the UK.

Benefits

Negotiable salary

Excellent bonus scheme

Relocation package

Qualifications

• Admitted in the UK, Ireland or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 4 years’ PQE preferred.
• Background in commercial litigation or specialist contentious experience.

Responsibilities

• Take a leadership role in complex litigation matters.
• Engage in client management and business development.
• Develop a personal network of contacts.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Dispute resolution

Client management

Education

Legal qualification in UK, Ireland or equivalent

Job description

Demand for litigation expertise in the Jersey legal market is strong at present, with the leading firms experiencing high volumes of work. As one of the market leaders, our client advises on some of the largest and highest profile disputes in the jurisdiction, with matters spanning the full range of mainstream commercial litigation, insolvency and contentious banking and financial services. It is complex and interesting work with plenty of client contact and scope to get the sort of front-line responsibility that can be scarce in a larger onshore team.

Joining at a mid-senior associate level you will be encouraged to take a leadership role in matters and as these skills develop, your opportunities for progression will be excellent. All lawyers are encouraged to play an active part in client management and business development efforts making this ideal for an ambitious lawyer looking to develop their own network of contacts.

Requirements

• Admitted in the UK, Ireland or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa).
• Likely to suit someone with a minimum of 4 years’ PQE. (All suitable applicants considered).
• Broad commercial litigation / dispute resolution background or specialist contentious experience in banking, financial services, insolvency or commercial fraud, gained with a good UK/equivalent commercial law firm.

Package

• Good salary (negotiable depending on experience), 20% tax rate.
• Benefits and excellent bonus scheme.
• Relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).

Process

• Interviews will take place by videoconference
• Start dates negotiable (depending on your notice period).
• Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation.

The Channel Islands

For a city-based lawyer who thrives on big-ticket work but craves an escape from the rat race, few places compete with the Channel Islands, home to two of the world’s premier offshore financial centres. Jersey and Guernsey have strong and highly competitive legal sectors, housing teams that number many alumni of the leading London or international outfits amongst their ranks. They do complex blue-chip work, in a nice environment without the trappings of a big law firm culture. Work-life balance tends to be good, leaving plenty of time to enjoy what is an enviable coastal lifestyle and London is only an hour away making it easy to get that city fix when (or if) you need it.

Origin Legal International

Our team has 25 years’ experience of helping lawyers to make international and offshore moves. If you would like to find out more about this role or chat about an overseas move in general, please get in touch.