VANRATH are assisting with the recruitment of a Associate - ICM for a leading global law firm operating in over thirty countries.
This proves to be a fantastic opportunity for a professional who wants to progress their career in the Legal industry and widen their knowledge in a Global organisation that places immense value on their staff. This organisation builds rewarding careers for their staff, with many opportunities for progression.
This is a Monday - Friday (Permanent) position. Hybrid working - 2 days at Home, 3 days in Belfast City Centre office.
Salary:
Highly Competitive Salary and Fully Negotiable + Fantastic benefits from Global Firm & Progression Opportunities
Responsibilities:
This role is for an associate position in our International Capital Markets team based in Belfast. Ideally, applicants should have a background in International Capital Markets - e.g. in Debt Capital Markets, Derivatives or Securitisation. However, the team will also consider applications from candidates with a strong Banking & Finance background who are willing to learn.
- Lead growing teams of junior team members (Legal Professionals) to work with instructing offices on client matters in the area of International Capital Markets
- Work closely with Partners and instructing teams in our global network to define and deliver legal services projects and services in the area of International Capital Markets
- Establish and maintain the highest standards for quality, efficiency, and service including quality controlling the work of more junior members of the team.
- Manage and report on progress and liaise with internal and external clients to address points of relevance or concern and resolving queries and issues.
- Provide legal expertise, including drafting, reviewing and amending documentation, document management, legal research, maintaining and improving templates and precedents.
- Identify and develop innovative service lines supporting strategic firm practice groups and clients.
- As required, participate in business development and client pitches, pricing decisions, and client service discussions, including direct interaction with key client and instructing team stakeholders.
- Represent and promote the Belfast office across the global network in meetings, instructing team discussions, and with clients.
The Ideal Person
- Experience in an area related to international capital markets (e.g. debt capital markets, derivatives or securitisation) - although applicants with a strong Banking & Finance background will also be considered.
- Experience leading and co-ordinating complex multi-faceted matters, including multi-jurisdictional matters large teams on large matters on international projects.
- Experience of managing teams and supervising junior lawyers and/or trainees.
- Consistently demonstrate a professional manner with evidence of exceptional levels of judgement, commercial awareness and critical thinking.
- Flexible, resourceful and prepared to take a hands-on-approach, comfortable operating in what is essentially a rapidly evolving new business and interested in identifying and shaping that evolution.
- Strong focus on detail and high levels of self-motivation.
- Proven ability to take ownership of own work.
If you would like more information on this or any other role please contact Phil.doherty@vanrath.com in the strictest confidence on 02890330250. Thanks.
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