Senior Associate, Corporate & Commercial

jobs.jerseyeveningpost.com-job boards; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in the UK seeks a Senior Associate to join its Corporate & Commercial team. The role involves advising diverse clients on complex legal matters including corporate law and trust advice. This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious lawyer looking to advance their career within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in corporate/commercial law and/or banking and finance.
• Knowledge of trust law related to Jersey-administered structures is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage files and transactions, resolving issues.
• Provide clear, technically accurate legal advice to clients.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members as required.

Skills

Technical legal skills

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Proactive client-focused approach

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Associate with at least five years of post-qualification experience to join its Corporate & Commercial team. This permanent role involves advising local and international clients, including private individuals, institutions, and professional intermediaries. The successful candidate will work on a diverse range of matters, including corporate and commercial law, banking and finance transactions, and trust law advice.

Job Duties:

• Manage files and transactions, resolving issues as they arise.
• Identify key legal and commercial issues proactively.
• Work collaboratively within the team and support partners as required.
• Provide clear, technically accurate legal advice to clients.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness relevant to clients' objectives.
• Adhere to the firm's procedures, including anti-money laundering regulations and time-recording requirements.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding scope, costs, progress, and any emerging issues.
• Manage multiple workstreams for various clients.
• Maintain and develop existing client relationships.
• Participate in business development activities both individually and with colleagues.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members when required.

Job Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with up to seven years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in corporate and/or commercial law and/or banking and finance.
• Knowledge of trust law in relation to Jersey-administered trust and corporate structures or high-net-worth private clients is advantageous.
• Strong technical legal skills and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• A proactive and client-focused approach.

What You'll Love:

Our client is a well-established, full-service law firm with a reputation for providing high-quality legal advice across multiple practice areas. The successful candidate will benefit from working in a collaborative and professional environment, handling complex and high-profile transactions while maintaining strong client relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to develop their career within a respected firm.

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