Finance Associate 1-7 PQE

Rutherford Search; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking an ambitious Associate specializing in finance law. This role offers the opportunity to work with global clients, providing expert legal advice while fostering relationships and contributing to practice growth. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team, enhancing their career trajectory in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• England & Wales qualified lawyer with 1-7 years PQE.
• Offshore jurisdiction experience preferred.
• Proficient in building client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide technically sound advice on finance matters.
• Support senior counsel and partners on client engagements.
• Develop and expand client relationships.

Skills

Strong legal skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Commercially driven

Collaborative team player

Education

Excellent academic record

Qualified lawyer in England & Wales

Tools

Legal precedents

Timekeeping and billing systems

Job description

Join a leading international law firm renowned for advising global corporations and financial institutions on complex, high-profile finance matters across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Associate to elevate their career in finance law within a collaborative and diverse work environment that reflects the firm’s global client base.

Position Overview

The successful Associate will play a key role in providing expert legal advice and responsive service to the firm's esteemed clients, which include global corporations, financial institutions, and investment fund managers. Working closely with senior counsel and partners, the Associate will contribute to the practice's growth and success by delivering high-quality work and fostering strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide technically sound advice and highly responsive service to clients on finance matters

• Support colleagues, senior counsel and partners on all client engagements

• Maintain a strong record of revenue generation and profitability, adhering to recommended billing rates and managing costs effectively

• Proactively assist in developing and expanding client relationships, taking ownership of core client development, and participating in associate-led business development initiatives

• Contribute to the practice's knowledge sharing, participating in conferences, seminars, client presentations, and internal training

• Adhere to the firm's values and professional ethics, proactively seeking resolution of conflicts.

Requirements

• England & Wales qualified lawyer with 1-7 years PQE

• Excellent academic record

• Ambitious and commercially driven

• Strong legal skills with an understanding of relevant market, client industries, and technical knowledge of finance law

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Collaborative team player, willing to support others and contribute to their development

• Offshore jurisdiction experience and/or familiarity with offshore financial service providers preferred, but not essential

• Proficiency in using legal precedents and timekeeping, and billing systems

• Ability to support efforts to attract new clients and develop new initiatives

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Rebecca Collins.
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