Associate – Corporate, Commercial & Trust Department
Voisin Law LLP are looking for a qualified lawyer of up to 3 years PQE to join their Corporate, Commercial and Trust Department as an Associate.
Candidates should apply to Chris Le Quesne (Partner, Corporate, Commercial and Trust Department Department) by email.
The role:
This full-time role is designed for a candidate who will give our clients clear and focused advice and will be expected to work with the wider team on larger-scale transactions whilst managing their own files. The candidate will also take part in the business development activities of the department and the wider firm.
In particular, the candidate will need to:
- take responsibility for managing files and transactions, including resolving issues that arise during transactions and advisory matters
- demonstrate initiative in identifying key issues
- work collaboratively with other members of the team
- accept assignments delegated from Partners and senior fee earners and report efficiently to the Partners and/or senior fee earners as required
- give technically accurate advice to clients
- demonstrate good commercial awareness relevant to our clients’ differing objectives and needs
- work in compliance with the firm’s procedures, including (without limitation) anti-money laundering rules and prompt and accurate time-recording
- communicate clearly and efficiently with clients on all aspects of a matter, particularly with regard to the scope of work, the anticipated costs and disbursements, progress during the matter and any issues that arise (or may arise)
- manage different work-streams for multiple clients
- preserve and enhance existing client relationships of the firm
- undertake business development activities for the firm, both individually and in conjunction with colleagues
- mentor and supervise junior members of the team as and when required
Technical requirements:
- Qualified lawyer of up to 3 years’ PQE with experience in the corporate and/or commercial departments, and/or the banking and finance teams, and/or the trust and private client departments of local or external reputable law firms.
- Excellent technical skill and knowledge, good communication skills and a strong teamwork ethic.
Why join us?
- You are excited by the prospect of a firm in transition and want to help shape a "new" culture for Voisin.
- Select group environment: We are intentionally lean. You will not be a cog in a machine; you will be a key player in our Corporate, Commercial department and in the firm.
- Dynamic culture: We value efficiency, modern technology and a collaborative, non-hierarchical atmosphere.
- Seniority recognition: Your total years of legal experience will be reflected in your responsibilities and remuneration.