Our client,
a full-service law firm focusing on technology and innovation,
is looking to employ a
Senior Associate.
Job Overview
The Senior Associate will take a leadership role within the firm, managing client relationships, leading transactions, and providing strategic legal advice. The role involves mentoring junior team members and driving the firm’s business development initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead complex commercial and technology-focused transactions from inception to completion, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key agreements.
- Provide high-level strategic legal advice to clients on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, and offer innovative solutions to complex legal issues.
- Review and supervise the work of Associates, providing guidance and ensuring high standards of legal work.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing client expectations and maintaining strong, professional relationships.
- Develop and implement business development strategies, and identify new opportunities to grow the firm's practice areas.
- Mentor and train junior team members, fostering a collaborative team environment and supporting their professional growth.
- Stay abreast of legal developments, trends in the technology sector, and industry best practices, and share insights with the team and clients.
- Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership by authoring articles and participating in speaking engagements and industry forums.
Job Requirements:
- 5 - 7 years of relevant legal experience in a corporate/commercial law firm, with a proven track record of leading transactions.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and mentor a team.
- Excellent client management skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and sustain long-term client relationships.
- Business development skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new opportunities.
- High proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal documents.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
Note:
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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