Junior Associate - Litigation (Progression Opp + Leading Firm)

Job Description

VANRATH are assisting with the recruitment of a Junior Associate - Litigation 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.

Salary:

Above Market Salary rates, and fully negotiable + Fantastic benefits from Global Firm & Progression Opportunities

Responsibilities:

Junior Associates can act as specialists within their practice groups or more broadly. At this point individuals are able to work independently, lead a team and be the first line of support for Associates and Senior Associates.

  • Specialist and significant general legal knowledge
  • Issue spotting and report writing/drafting
  • Leading projects/teams
  • Quality controlling the work of more junior members of the team
  • Training junior team members
  • Carrying out BD and presenting directly to clients
  • Owning relationships with clients
  • Continuing to build their own expertise and the profile of the LSC through spending periods on secondment to clients (internal or external)

Requirements

  • Generally, minimum of 2 years' experience within Litigation in a similar environment.
  • Admitted to the roll as a solicitor, barrister or be a Fellow of CILEx
  • Consistently demonstrate a professional manner with evidence of exceptional levels of judgement, commercial awareness and critical thinking
  • 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 in the strictest confidence on 02890330250 or phil.doherty@vanrath.com.