Advise and represent clients in connection with high value commercial and civil dispute matters;
Draft simple and complex documents with accuracy and appropriate content;
Be assertive and creative when developing or finding solutions to problems;
Provide solutions which are pragmatic;
Guide clients on strategy relating to the matter they are advising on;
Prepare case analyses and supporting documentation with cost estimates;
Monitor WIP and amounts billed against cost estimates and agreed budgets;
Participate in the firm's training programmes;
Build and maintain relationships with clients;
Develop clients and contacts for the firm;
Take a proactive role in client management;
Have a good understanding of competitors;
View department opportunities to further develop;
Play an active role in Firm's CSR initiatives;

Qualified lawyer (solicitor or barrister, qualified in a common law jurisdiction).
A good working knowledge of civil law principles and procedural rules.
Strong drafting and research skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Jersey qualified (Desirable).
Offshore law experience (Desirable).
Experience of managing a caseload with cross-border elements (Desirable).
Up to 3 years' post qualification experience in civil or commercial litigation or contentious insolvency (Desirable).

Associate

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