Associate

Overview of role

Walkers is a leading international law and professional services firm providing legal, corporate and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants and investment fund managers. With a global presence spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we advise on the jurisdictions of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland and Jersey.  Walkers treat everyone as the intelligent grown-ups they are. We take a grown-up approach to getting the job done – trusting and empowering our people to deliver consistently, and enabling them to succeed. Diversity is our secret weapon – it is the sheer breadth of Walkers people that makes us who we are – gathered from across the globe and fluent in languages, jurisdictions and cultures that help us to mirror our clients and keep our own thinking in tune with the world we operate in.

As part of the Corporate, Finance, Funds & Insurance group, the Associate will advise on all aspects of corporate law.

Duties, Responsibilities & Person Specification

• Provide technically sound advice and highly responsive service to clients
• Assist in developing and expanding client relationships important to the Firm’s success at the same time becoming a valued resource to clients
• Support colleagues and partners on matters important to the Firm
• Use of the global network to build the Firm resources
• Maintain a sustained record of revenue generation and profitability; follow recommended billing rates; manage costs appropriately; ensure personal utilization meets expectations
• Adhere to Firm's values and professional ethics and proactively seek resolution of conflicts
• Participate in the development of the practice’s know-how and share knowledge

Education, Skills & Experience

• Bermuda and/or qualified commonwealth lawyer with 0-3 years' post-qualifying experience at a reputable law firm

• Excellent academics with top level experience obtained in Bermuda or internationally
• Motivated and commercially driven
• Sound technical knowledge of corporate law and commercial practice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding time management and organisational skills

• Ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment.  A team player, willing to support others

• Ability to use legal precedents effectively and timekeeping and billing systems
• Ability to support efforts to attract new clients and develop new initiatives
• Confidence in delivering presentations and speaking in front of audiences

Walkers is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are key to our global identity and an integral part of our goal to continue being an employer of choice. We are committed to a work environment that supports all individuals irrespective of gender, ethnicity, nationality, race, religion, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We make every effort to ensure that employment opportunities are open and accessible to all purely on the basis of personal ability.