Commercial Litigation Solicitor Nq

This leading offshore practice advises an impressive international client base on the Jersey law aspects of high-value cross-border disputes. It is looking for an Associate who is keen to get involved in a broad range of contentious work spanning mainstreamcommercial/contractual disputes, specialist banking and financial services disputes, insolvency, fraud, and asset tracing. You will enjoy plenty of client contact and opportunities to take on responsibility from the outset, making this an ideal role for anambitious, career-minded lawyer.

**The Channel Islands**

For a city-based lawyer who thrives on big-ticket work but craves an escape from the rat race, few places compete with the Channel Islands, home to two of the world’s premier offshore financial centres. Jersey and Guernsey have strong and highly competitivelegal sectors, housing teams that number many alumni of the leading London or international outfits amongst their ranks. They do complex blue-chip work, in a nice environment without the trappings of a big law firm culture. Work-life balance tends to be good,leaving plenty of time to enjoy what is an enviable coastal lifestyle and London is only an hour away making it easy to get that city fix when (or if) you need it.

**Process**

Interviews will take place by videoconference with start dates typically around 3-4 months later (depending on your notice period). Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas (where required) and relocation.

**Requirements**:
The role is likely to suit someone with 0-2 years’ experience of commercial/insolvency litigation. You will be admitted in the UK, Ireland or in a Commonwealth jurisdiction (e.g. Australia, New Zealand, South Africa). Applicants will need strong academics(2.1 minimum) and will have trained/practised with a respected City, regional UK or international firm (or a commercial/chancery chambers).

**Package**

Good salary (likely to be in the range of £68k-£84k) with reduced tax rate (20%). Comprehensive benefits, bonus, and relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).

**Origin Legal International**

Our team has 25 years’ experience helping lawyers make international and offshore moves. If you would like to find out more about this role or chat about an overseas move in general, please get in touch.