Senior Associate, Banking & Finance

Itchy Feet; Jersey Marine; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Itchy Feet, on behalf of a client, seeks an Associate or Senior Associate to join a growing Banking & Finance team in Jersey. You will provide essential legal support to Partners, drafting and negotiating Jersey transaction documents, and ensuring timely delivery of advice with strong client service.

The role requires 5-6 years PQE and admission to practice in England & Wales or Jersey. A flexible mindset and ability to handle diverse challenges are essential for success in this dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years PQE in banking & finance.
• Qualified in England & Wales or Jersey.
• Flexible mindset with a track record of navigating diverse challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate commercial advice to clients.
• Deliver excellent client service.
• Prepare and negotiate Jersey transaction documents.
• Liaise with instructing counsel to provide Jersey transaction management support.
• Manage deadlines effectively.
• Prepare fee estimates and keep clients informed in relation to fees.
• Manage work in progress.
• Take responsibility for delegated work and seek guidance from Partners and senior lawyers as necessary.
• Contribute to producing know-how.
• Support the Partners in developing more junior team members.
• Assist Partners and senior lawyers with appropriate business development activities.

Skills

PQE 5–6 years

Education

Qualified in England & Wales or Jersey

Job description

Our client is seeking to add an Associate or Senior Associate to their growing Banking and Finance team. In this full-time role, you will provide vital support to the Partners, assisting clients in achieving their business or personal goals through efficient legal advice delivery. Your responsibilities will include offering accurate commercial advice, ensuring excellent client service, and preparing as well as negotiating transaction documents. You will liaise with instructing counsel to manage Jersey transaction processes, effectively handle deadlines, and prepare fee estimates while keeping clients informed. Additionally, you will take ownership of delegated tasks and seek guidance from the Partners and senior lawyers as necessary. Contributing to knowledge production and supporting the Partners in the development of junior team members and business development initiatives are also key aspects of this role.

Job Duties:

• Provide accurate commercial advice to clients.

• Deliver excellent client service.

• Prepare and negotiate Jersey transaction documents.

• Liaise with instructing counsel to provide Jersey transaction management support.

• Manage deadlines effectively.

• Prepare fee estimates and keep clients informed in relation to fees.

• Manage work in progress.

• Take responsibility for delegated work and seek appropriate guidance from the Partners and senior lawyers as necessary.

• Contribute to producing know-how.

• Support the Partners in developing more junior members of the team.

• Assist the Partners and senior lawyers with appropriate business development activities.

Job Requirements:

• 5-6 years relevant post-qualification experience (PQE).

• Admitted to practice in England & Wales or Jersey.

• Flexible mindset with a proven track record of navigating diverse challenges.

What You'll Love:

Joining our client means becoming part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence. You will be part of an environment that prioritises employee development and recognises and supports your growth within your legal career.