Cross-Border Insolvency & Dispute Associate

Walkers; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 104,430 - 156,645; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension

Fully covered health insurance

5 weeks' vacation

Job summary

Walkers is a leading international law and professional services firm with a Bermuda office. The Associate will advise on cross-border contentious insolvency, creditor and shareholder remedies, and general commercial litigation, including Bermuda trust disputes.

You will operate as a technical resource to international clients, help develop relationships, and support partners on operational matters. A Bermuda-qualified lawyer with 3–4 years PQE is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic record and top-level experience.
• Bermuda-qualified/commonwealth lawyer with 3–4 years PQE at a reputable firm.
• Proven ability to conduct cases independently with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and execute business development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise on cross-border contentious insolvency, creditor and shareholder disputes, commercial litigation, and trust litigation.
• Act as a technical resource with sound opinions for international clients.
• Develop and nurture existing client relationships; assist with business development.
• Support partners on operational matters of significance to the firm.
• Leverage global network to expand the firm's resources and reach.
• Maintain revenue and profitability targets; propose growth optimization.
• Contribute to know‑how development, knowledge sharing, and training.

Skills

Independent case management

Business development

Leadership

Litigation excellence

Education

Bermuda-qualified lawyer

Job description

Walkers is a leading international law and professional services firm with a Bermuda office. The Associate will advise on cross-border contentious insolvency, creditor and shareholder remedies, and general commercial litigation, including Bermuda trust disputes.

You will operate as a technical resource to international clients, help develop relationships, and support partners on operational matters. A Bermuda-qualified lawyer with 3–4 years PQE is required.