Associate, Dispute Resolution

Affinity Recruitment has been engaged by a multinational, island-leading legal firm to assist in their search for an Associate to join their Dispute/Resolution department. The post is looking for someone to provide technically sound legal advice on a range of issues, whilst building and maintaining productive relationships with clients and intermediaries.

Duties:

-Build and maintain relationships with clients and other team members;
-Establish credibility, contribute where appropriate and provide excellent client service;
-Draft pleadings and court documents;
-Prepare hearing bundles and skeleton arguments including research;
-Prepare for and conduct advocacy in Chambers and open Court;
-Act as liaison with overseas counsel and dealing with limited admissions applications;
-Advise on technical, strategic and procedural aspects across the issues and disputes that arise in an offshore environment;
-Produce high quality and complex research;
-Contribute to the management and development of trainee solicitors, bursary students and legal assistants.

Requirements:

-LLB (Hons) from a reputable tertiary institution with a minimum grade of 2:1;
-A commendation in the PPC would be advantageous;
-A minimum of 3-5 years’ post qualification experience;
-Ability to draft accurately and to the highest standard;
-Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills;
-Excellent legal research skills;
-Advocacy experience gained via Court appearances is preferred.

Salary will be in the range of USD $ 130,000 – $190,000 commensurate with experience, with a full range of premium benefits.