Jersey boasts a world-class legal sector and is noted for the quality and value of the banking and finance matters its lawyers advise on. Furthermore, it offers an opportunity to be immersed in this elite level work without sacrificing everything else to do it. People work hard here but the balance is more sustainable.
This large offshore firm is looking for an experienced Banking & Finance lawyer to join a high-performing team at Senior Associate or Counsel level. You will advise on multi-jurisdictional matters, acting for major banks, financial institutions, and corporations on a wide range of work that might include acquisition and leveraged finance, real estate finance, fund finance, and structured finance. You will manage transactions, playing a lead role in client interaction, and contributing fully to efforts to build the business.
This role promises stimulating and diverse work at the cutting edge of the global offshore banking and finance market and for the right person, represents the opportunity to make a both career defining and life changing move.
Requirements
- Admitted in the UK, Ireland or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa).
- This role is expected to suit someone with at least 7 years’ PQE and experience of taking a lead role on transactions (All suitable applicants considered).
- You will have strong experience in general Banking & Finance work or specialist experience in structured/leveraged/fund finance and be excited to take on a more varied practice.
Package
- Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience), 20% tax rate.
- Benefits and excellent bonus scheme.
- Relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).
Process
- Interviews will take place by videoconference/possible visit to island if practicable.
- Start dates negotiable.
- Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation.
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 competitive legal 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.
Origin Legal International
Our team has 25 years’ experience of helping lawyers to 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.