Senior Counsel
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Provide technically sound advice and highly responsive service to clients, consistently delivering high-quality, commercially pragmatic work product with meticulous attention to detail. Support and mentor junior members of the team as needed while maintaining a sustained record of revenue generation and profitability. Proactively assist in developing and expanding client relationships, taking ownership of core client development and participating in associate-led business initiatives. Participate in the development of the practice's know-how by sharing knowledge and actively engaging in conferences, seminars, client presentations, and internal training. Exercise independent judgement and sound commercial gravitas befitting a senior bench member, acting as a role model for junior lawyers and contributing to the strategic direction of the London Finance practice.
Required Qualifications
- Qualified lawyer
- Minimum of 8 years finance experience
- Excellent academic record (2:1 or above from a leading university, or equivalent)
- Solid legal skills
- Appropriate understanding of relevant market and client industries
- Technical knowledge of the relevant law
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to use legal precedents and timekeeping and billing systems
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Sound commercial judgement
- Sound commercial gravitas
- Resilience and composure under pressure
- High personal integrity
- Professionalism
- Strong leadership skills
- Genuine interest in mentoring and developing junior lawyers
- Collegiate and approachable manner
- Intellectual curiosity
- Proactive, self-starting attitude
Desired Qualifications
- Offshore jurisdiction experience
- Familiarity with offshore financial service providers
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