At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Disputes team to tackle complex cross-border litigation and insolvency matters.
- Company: Harneys, a leading offshore law firm with a global network.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation assistance, and a focus on employee development.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Gain international experience while working on high-profile commercial cases.
- Qualifications: NQ to 3 years pqe and admitted to practice in England.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Associate - NQ- 3 years pqe Office location: Jersey, Channel Islands Harneys (Jersey) strives to deliver excellence in meeting our clients’ needs, and in putting our clients at the centre of everything we do.
We work closely with the Harneys global network to provide seamless client services.
We advise on the most significant offshore disputes, which invariably span multiple jurisdictions, winning keynote victories for our clients and often helping shape the law.
We also advise on the largest and most complex cross-border restructurings and insolvencies of recent times.
The demanding nature of our work and our clients means our team have to be able to offer pragmatic but often creative solutions to complex problems.
About the role We are growing our Disputes team and we are seeking an Associate to join us.
As an Associate, you will be an effective, collaborative team player, who recognises the high demands our clients have, and who can be flexible in order to meet adjusting deadlines.
You will work with and support more senior team members in order to meet clients’ needs.
You will work on a range of cross-border litigation and insolvency matters, including fraud investigations, asset tracing, shareholder and corporate disputes, contentious trust and probate matters, restructuring and contentious regulatory advisory matters.
You will provide support to the Partner -led Disputes team by: Drafting concise documents in plain language Researching efficiently and drafting comprehensive, accurate and practical legal advice Producing first-class legal analysis on complex areas of law and fact patterns Effectively taking notes and recording clear instructions Providing concise letters and reports for clients, written in plain language Advising clients, under the guidance of the Partner, helping them decide the best course of action Writing and speaking persuasively Managing competing deadlines Assisting the senior lawyers with appropriate business development activities In return, we will offer you a competitive package and assistance with relocation, together with an environment that prioritises employee development, recognising and supporting your growth areas within your legal career.
You will gain international experience and be involved in complex, high quality commercial cases for a range of different clients.
What you need NQ to 3 years pqe in a similar role Admitted to practice in England
Associate - Dispute Resolution (Jersey office) employer: Harneys
Harneys is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the British Virgin Islands where you can engage in high-stakes commercial litigation and insolvency matters. With a strong focus on employee growth, competitive salaries, and unique benefits such as relocation assistance, Harneys fosters a collaborative culture that encourages professional development and meaningful contributions to complex legal challenges.
