Litigation Associate | 2-5 PQE | Guernsey

Agnew O'Brien Global Legal Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore law firm in Guernsey is seeking an ambitious litigator with 2–5 years' PQE to join their collaborative team. The role involves advising on various disputes, drafting litigation documentation, and collaborating with senior legal professionals. The firm offers an attractive remuneration package and tailored benefits. Interested candidates should send their CV to the provided email address.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Excellent career progression

Tailored benefits

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ PQE (or equivalent), ideally gained in a common law jurisdiction.
• Experience in commercial litigation with exposure to financial services/regulatory, insolvency or restructuring.
• Strong drafting skills with the ability to analyse complex legal issues and provide clear advice.
• Organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to client service.
• Willingness to develop new skills and keep legal knowledge current.

Responsibilities

• Advising on a variety of disputes, including commercial litigation, financial services/regulatory matters.
• Drafting pleadings, submissions and other litigation documentation.
• Managing case administration, including conflict checks and engagement letters.
• Collaborating closely with Partners, Counsel and Senior Associates.
• Taking ownership of professional development and CPD requirements.
• Promoting and living the firm’s values.

Job description

An excellent opportunity exists for an ambitious litigator to join the Guernsey office of a leading offshore law firm. As part of one of the largest and most respected Litigation & Dispute Resolution practices in the offshore market, you will gain exposure to challenging, complex and high-profile disputes with an international scope. The team is known for achieving exceptional results for clients, offering you a platform to build a first-class disputes career.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on a variety of disputes, including commercial litigation, financial services/regulatory matters, insolvency and restructuring
• Drafting pleadings, submissions and other litigation documentation for Partner review
• Managing case administration, including conflict checks, engagement letters, billing and time recording
• Collaborating closely with Partners, Counsel and Senior Associates to deliver effective legal solutions
• Taking ownership of your professional development, ensuring CPD requirements are met
• Promoting and living the firm’s values in all client and colleague interactions

About You

• 2–5 years’ PQE (or equivalent), ideally gained in a common law jurisdiction
• Experience in commercial litigation with exposure to financial services/regulatory, insolvency or restructuring
• Strong drafting skills with the ability to analyse complex legal issues and provide clear advice
• Organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to client service
• Willingness to develop new skills and keep legal knowledge current

Why Apply

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team, take on early responsibility, and work closely with highly experienced litigators on matters of real international significance. The firm offers excellent career progression, an attractive remuneration package and benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle.

For more information, please send your CV and supporting information in confidence to [e-mail] or apply via this website.

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