Commercial Litigation Lawyer (Barrister/Advocate) - Bermuda

Origin Legal; London; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job description

This respected offshore law firm is seeking an experienced commercial litigation advocate to join its growing Bermuda-based Dispute Resolution practice.

You will become part of a highly regarded team, working on a diverse range of high-value and complex matters, including commercial disputes, contentious insolvency, banking and financial services litigation, commercial fraud, and some high-value trust disputes. You can expect reasonably regular court work, requiring strong advocacy, drafting, and opinion-writing skills.

This role offers the chance to take the lead on high-profile disputes while being part of a collaborative and friendly team. It’s an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer seeking a rewarding career move and a change of lifestyle in an exceptional offshore setting.

Requirements

• Overseas qualified lawyers (solicitor advocate or barrister) must be admitted in the UK or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa).
• Likely to suit someone with 3-6 years’ Call/PQE (minimum 3 years’ PQE required for work permit).
• Good advocacy skills with experience in general commercial, banking, financial services, and/or insolvency disputes.

Package

• Low-tax salary negotiable depending on experience (expected to be in the range $140k-$200k).
• Comprehensive benefits and bonus.
• Relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).

Process

• Interviews will take place by videoconference.
• Start dates typically around 3-6 months later (depending on your notice period).
• Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation.

Bermuda offers you the opportunity to live and work in one of the world’s most desirable locations. The island benefits from a mild year-round climate, never too cold in the winter and rarely too hot in the summer. It is famed for its picture-postcard pink sand beaches and crystal-clear ocean, but it also has plenty of history and boasts all the attractions associated with a luxury holiday destination. And if you should need a break from island life, with regular direct flights to London, New York and other parts of the US, it is particularly well connected.