Commercial Litigation Lawyer - Guernsey

Origin Legal; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent offshore law firm seeks a commercial litigation lawyer for its Guernsey team. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of PQE, providing hands-on experience in various legal disputes. The position offers good career development, competitive salary, and relocation benefits for aspiring international lawyers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20% tax rate

Relocation package

Benefits and excellent bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 1-3 years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Admitted in the UK, Ireland, or equivalent.
• Experience with a respected firm or chambers.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of contentious work including litigation and financial disputes.
• Client-facing role working closely with experienced lawyers.

Skills

Commercial Litigation

Education

Qualified solicitor in the UK or Commonwealth jurisdiction

Job description

This well-known offshore law firm is looking for a commercial litigation/dispute resolution lawyer for its thriving Guernsey team. Joining at a relatively junior level, you will quickly get involved in a wide range of contentious work which might cover anything from contractual/shareholder disputes and insolvency to complex cross-border banking or financial services litigation.

You will be client facing and immersed in every aspect of the work, operating in close collaboration with some of the best lawyers on the island, so this is perfect for someone who really wants to get hands on experience. Prospects for career development are good, whether remaining offshore or moving on.

Requirements

• Admitted in the UK, Ireland or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa).
• This role is expected to suit someone with 1-3 years’ PQE (all suitable applicants considered).
• Commercial Litigation experience gained with a respected City, regional or international firm (or a commercial/chancery chambers) in the UK or equivalent jurisdiction.

Package

• Competitive 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.
• 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.