Our client, a full-service law firm focusing on technology and innovation, is looking to employ a Senior Associate.
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.
Requirements
Skills Required
- 5 - 7 years of relevant legal experience in a corporate/commercial law firm
- Strong leadership skills
- Excellent client management skills
- Business development skills
- High proficiency in drafting complex legal documents
- Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
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