We are working with a leading offshore law firm to recruit an Associate to join its BVI team in Europe, based in Jersey. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified lawyer to develop their career, advising on a broad range of corporate, investment funds and finance matters. Working closely with senior lawyers, you will provide high-quality legal advice, build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the practice. Previous BVI law experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide technically sound legal advice to clients across corporate, investment funds and finance matters, with appropriate supervision.
- Support senior fee earners on a range of client matters, ensuring excellent service delivery
- Manage chargeable hours, work in progress and aged debt in line with business targets
- Assist with the preparation of fee estimates and quotations, keeping clients informed of costs and disbursements
- Identify opportunities to develop new client relationships and generate additional business
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, intermediaries and colleagues
- Keep up to date with relevant legal developments, technology and business tools, sharing knowledge with the wider team
- Support the development and coaching of junior team members, bursary students and summer interns
- Contribute to the wider success of the team through collaboration, knowledge sharing and business development activities
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Qualified lawyer, ideally with 3-4 years' post-qualification experience (PQE)
- Strong academic background, ideally a 2:1 degree and Commendation or Distinction at LPC level, or equivalent
- Previous experience within a relevant law firm environment, ideally a Magic Circle, Silver Circle or equivalent firm
- Experience in BVI law would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Experience across corporate, investment funds or finance matters would be beneficial
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Excellent technical, drafting and written communication skills
- Collaborative approach, with the ability to support, delegate to and develop junior colleagues
- Enthusiastic about continuous learning, innovation and keeping up to date with developments in the legal sector
- Must be Entitled or Entitled to work in Jersey
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Associate, BVI employer: Maven Partners
Maven Partners offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in Jersey, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills within a global finance team. With a strong focus on compliance and strategic financial management, the company provides excellent benefits and opportunities for career advancement, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
