Senior Associate

Description:

The Agency Legal Talent is collaborating with a prestigious offshore law firm to recruit a talented and motivated Senior Associate / Senior Counsel to join their London office. This exciting opportunity is ideal for finance lawyers looking to advance their careers in a niche offshore legal market while maintaining a better work-life balance compared to traditional onshore firms.

Key Role Features:

• This role offers a clear partnership track for ambitious lawyers eager to grow within a well-respected offshore firm.

• The successful candidate will primarily work on Jersey law mandates, delivering expert legal advice in complex finance transactions.

• The role demands a mix of approximately 50% real estate finance and 50% leveraged/acquisition finance along with restructuring work, offering a diverse and stimulating portfolio of cases.

• The workload is high-quality and complex, tailored for lawyers who want meaningful legal challenges without the intense long hours typically associated with onshore firms.

• Business development activities within the London market form a key part of the role, supporting the firm’s growth and client relationship management.

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in finance law, especially in real estate finance, leveraged and acquisition finance, and restructuring.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of offshore legal frameworks, particularly Jersey law.

• Ambition to progress towards partnership within a leading offshore law firm.

• Excellent commercial awareness and ability to manage client relationships proactively.

• Ability to balance complex legal work with a desire for a more balanced lifestyle than traditional onshore legal roles.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic legal team.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary and benefits are competitive and aligned with market standards for senior legal professionals in the offshore sector.

• The firm fosters a supportive working environment that values professional growth alongside personal wellbeing.