Senior Associate
Job Ref: LF
40236
This is an exceptional opportunity to join the Guernsey office of an established international law firm with a strong reputation across offshore jurisdictions. The role is focused on high-quality transactional work across banking and finance, with exposure to corporate, investment funds, and regulatory matters. The successful candidate will join the Financial Services Law team and take a lead role in client delivery, business development, and the supervision of junior staff.
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Responsibilities
Duties for this role include, but are not limited to:
- Managing and coordinating a varied portfolio of transactional legal work, primarily focused on banking and finance.
- Providing high-quality, commercially focused advice to institutional and corporate clients.
- Supervising junior team members and supporting their development.
- Participating in business development activities, including writing articles, delivering presentations, and building client relationships.
- Supporting partners in implementing strategic growth plans and identifying cross-selling opportunities.
- Liaising with colleagues across offices on cross-jurisdictional matters.
- Managing personal billing targets, WIP, and debtors in line with team objectives.
- Leading on projects and contributing to internal process improvements.
Skills / Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be qualified in Guernsey, Jersey, the UK, or a Commonwealth jurisdiction and have a minimum of 5–6 years’ post-qualification experience. Strong technical expertise in banking and finance is essential, along with experience in corporate, funds, or regulatory law. Previous offshore experience is desirable but not essential. A commercially driven mindset, team leadership capabilities, and a collaborative approach are all vital for this role.
How To Apply
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