Great opportunity to join our Funds and Indirect Real Estate Team as a Senior Associate. About CMS CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 70 offices in over 40 countries and 5,000+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in. We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. We are driven by technology and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive. About the Role The Funds and Indirect Real Estate team is band 1 ranked and the funds practice covers manager and investor side work and secondaries. The funds team's clients range from new start up managers to established international financial institutions. The role offers:- a range of GP and LP side work and secondaries;- the opportunity to work closely with the CMS funds team, and the tax and regulatory teams in the UK, Europe and beyond;- opportunities to develop client relationships, for business development and to raise your and the firms' profile; and- the opportunity to be part of a growing funds team. About You You will have excellent drafting skills, the ability to translate legal theory into practical advice, sound judgement and good interpersonal and consultancy skills. To meet the needs of the role, you will have an appropriate level of post qualification experience (we anticipate a minimum of 5PQE) in a leading law firm and have focused on funds and investment management. Ideally, you will have broad experience of fund formation including some of private equity, credit, venture, infrastructure, some experience of LP-side advice on fund and co-investment investments, and some secondaries experience. Equal Opportunities At CMS, a next-generation mindset is woven into all we do. We're diverse, supportive and inclusive, embracing our corporate social responsibility and creating a culture of sustainability in which every one of our people, whatever their background, can maximise their potential and thrive. For further information about CMS' diversity initiatives and programmes, please click here to view the diversity pages on our website. Please apply online or contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions. For information regarding our competitive range of benefits please visit our Rewards & Benefits page on our website. Please note that CMS have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Great opportunity to join our Funds and Indirect Real Estate Team as a Senior Associate. About CMS CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 70 offices in over 40 countries and 5,000+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in. We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. We are driven by technology and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive. About the Role The Funds and Indirect Real Estate team is band 1 ranked and the funds practice covers manager and investor side work and secondaries. The funds team's clients range from new start up managers to established international financial institutions. The role offers:- a range of GP and LP side work and secondaries;- the opportunity to work closely with the CMS funds team, and the tax and regulatory teams in the UK, Europe and beyond;- opportunities to develop client relationships, for business development and to raise your and the firms' profile; and- the opportunity to be part of a growing funds team. About You You will have excellent drafting skills, the ability to translate legal theory into practical advice, sound judgement and good interpersonal and consultancy skills. To meet the needs of the role, you will have an appropriate level of post qualification experience (we anticipate a minimum of 5PQE) in a leading law firm and have focused on funds and investment management. Ideally, you will have broad experience of fund formation including some of private equity, credit, venture, infrastructure, some experience of LP-side advice on fund and co-investment investments, and some secondaries experience. Equal Opportunities At CMS, a next-generation mindset is woven into all we do. We're diverse, supportive and inclusive, embracing our corporate social responsibility and creating a culture of sustainability in which every one of our people, whatever their background, can maximise their potential and thrive. For further information about CMS' diversity initiatives and programmes, please click here to view the diversity pages on our website. Please apply online or contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions. For information regarding our competitive range of benefits please visit our Rewards & Benefits page on our website. Please note that CMS have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.
At Horwich Farrelly we do things differently. We recognise the value of our employees and understand that they set us apart from our competitors. So, if you want to experience what life is like as a commercial lawyer at HF, take a look at our Paralegal vacancy within our Commercial Debt Litigation Department, Manchester. What will you be doing? You will be not only be trusted to work by your own guidance but as part of our successful Commercial Debt Litigation team. As you will have previous debt recovery experience, you will be ready to take on your own caseload of matters including commercial and consumer debt recovery cases for a variety of clients, enforcement proceedings and insolvency action. You will be able to develop and grow your own caseload under the guidance of industry experts therefore, it is essential that you have at least 12 months experience handling a debt recovery caseload and clear understanding of the pre-action protocol. What do I need? Ideally, you will have a minimum of 12 months experience handling a caseload of debt recovery matters but, we are also open to speaking with individuals who have a background in credit control and, may have as part of their role, assisted external legal partners on behalf of a commercial company. What's in it for you? This is a real chance for you to shine and progress and, we have a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees. Our Commercial Debt Litigation team is no exception. There are many opportunities for you to progress, to have a rewarding and prosperous career at HF and, there are a variety of roles within the team that showcase that internal development, whether that be partners, legal executives, apprentices and, career paralegals. If you enjoy debt recovery and, want to develop your experience, this could be the place for you. Above all, we are looking for committed, enthusiastic individuals with the desire to learn. It is important you are organised and punctual, but also willing to use your own initiative , under the supervision of the Commercial Debt Litigation partner. We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code - you can be yourself at work! We offer hybrid working for all. We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, from paying for professional subscriptions to offering learning and development grants for further study, we are always looking to invest and grow our people. We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you will have access to as part of our team: 25 days' annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service Private healthcare provision Company pension scheme Enhanced parental leave Cycle to Work scheme Life insurance and income protection Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service Season ticket loans Professional subscriptions paid Flu vouchers Bonus scheme Perks at work scheme package About the company Horwich Farrelly is one of the UK's leading providers of legal services to the general insurance industry and now, the commercial sectors. Established in 1969, Horwich Farrelly has recently expanded into the provision of commercial legal services, providing solutions to a wide range of individual, SME and corporate clients. You would work with such clients as part of the Commercial Debt Litigation team. Sounds great! What next? If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you! If you are ready to apply, the button is below. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an initial call with one of our team - followed by a virtual interview.As an equal opportunities' employer, we're passionate about inclusive hiring approaches. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll do our best to support you. To apply Please follow the links below.
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
At Horwich Farrelly we do things differently. We recognise the value of our employees and understand that they set us apart from our competitors. So, if you want to experience what life is like as a commercial lawyer at HF, take a look at our Paralegal vacancy within our Commercial Debt Litigation Department, Manchester. What will you be doing? You will be not only be trusted to work by your own guidance but as part of our successful Commercial Debt Litigation team. As you will have previous debt recovery experience, you will be ready to take on your own caseload of matters including commercial and consumer debt recovery cases for a variety of clients, enforcement proceedings and insolvency action. You will be able to develop and grow your own caseload under the guidance of industry experts therefore, it is essential that you have at least 12 months experience handling a debt recovery caseload and clear understanding of the pre-action protocol. What do I need? Ideally, you will have a minimum of 12 months experience handling a caseload of debt recovery matters but, we are also open to speaking with individuals who have a background in credit control and, may have as part of their role, assisted external legal partners on behalf of a commercial company. What's in it for you? This is a real chance for you to shine and progress and, we have a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees. Our Commercial Debt Litigation team is no exception. There are many opportunities for you to progress, to have a rewarding and prosperous career at HF and, there are a variety of roles within the team that showcase that internal development, whether that be partners, legal executives, apprentices and, career paralegals. If you enjoy debt recovery and, want to develop your experience, this could be the place for you. Above all, we are looking for committed, enthusiastic individuals with the desire to learn. It is important you are organised and punctual, but also willing to use your own initiative , under the supervision of the Commercial Debt Litigation partner. We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code - you can be yourself at work! We offer hybrid working for all. We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, from paying for professional subscriptions to offering learning and development grants for further study, we are always looking to invest and grow our people. We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you will have access to as part of our team: 25 days' annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service Private healthcare provision Company pension scheme Enhanced parental leave Cycle to Work scheme Life insurance and income protection Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service Season ticket loans Professional subscriptions paid Flu vouchers Bonus scheme Perks at work scheme package About the company Horwich Farrelly is one of the UK's leading providers of legal services to the general insurance industry and now, the commercial sectors. Established in 1969, Horwich Farrelly has recently expanded into the provision of commercial legal services, providing solutions to a wide range of individual, SME and corporate clients. You would work with such clients as part of the Commercial Debt Litigation team. Sounds great! What next? If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you! If you are ready to apply, the button is below. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an initial call with one of our team - followed by a virtual interview.As an equal opportunities' employer, we're passionate about inclusive hiring approaches. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll do our best to support you. To apply Please follow the links below.
Our Deals Tax team works closely with our Deals practice to advise on the tax implications of a variety of deals projects including; Restructuring, Real Estate and Mergers and Acquisitions. Part of the wider Corporate Tax network, we're committed to driving collaboration and cross-working across specialities to drive innovation and success as we service clients all over the world. The role sits within the Restructuring Tax team, primarily advising on large-scale refinancings, debt and capital restructurings and corporate insolvencies. We work across the Deals business with a market that covers large corporate clients (ranging from blue chip clients to smaller mid tier clients) and lenders who operate around the world, across various industries and sectors including retail, manufacturing, insurance, banking, pensions, real estate, PFI, private equity and credit. We work closely with PwC Restructuring and Forensics team, playing a key part in maximising value for stakeholders. We are commercially focused, prioritising our client's interests to achieve their business objectives whilst navigating the complexities of tax. Whilst our core focus is restructuring and insolvencies, our team also benefits from having ample opportunities to work across corporate M&A, private equity, real estate M&A, infrastructure and credit transactions. As a result our team gets the opportunity to work on and manage a wide range of transactions. Recent examples include a £1.5bn UK Property Group lender led enforcement and restructure, restructuring an international group's €10bn debt obligations and advising a well-known high-street brand on a potential £6bn IPO. Our team is fueled by open and curious minds who are passionate about their work. As part of the team you'll experience unparalleled opportunities to develop your career. You'll work on complex and challenging projects and gain experience working with prestigious and diverse clients - from high profile multinational organisations and private equity firms to start-ups and owner-managed businesses. Restructuring is a rapidly growing market, and given the current economic climate, there will no doubt be plenty of new, interesting opportunities to get involved in. You'll be provided with relevant training and on the job guidance to support you in your role. The team is friendly and engaging and there will be plenty of opportunities to network and build good relationships within the team and across the Deals Tax team, as well as get involved in exciting socials! The role You will be responsible for the day to day operations of a number of key client accounts You will work directly with clients as well as with external clients' lawyers, bankers and various other stakeholders You will also work very closely with other PwC professionals from around the business and across the globe and will be expected to build relationships with them to allow us to deliver more efficiently to our clients. You will be an integral part of preparing and managing the client deliverables You will provide on the job guidance to junior members and support to senior members of the team. You will get exposure to the commercial side of transactions and will need to apply this to your approach to work. Essential skills and experience Professional Qualification: CTA or ACA or ACCA Previous tax experience Experience in handling multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously An ability to plan and deliver work against tight deadlines Responsive to change and adaptable to new situations Developed communication skills, specifically in negotiating and influencing others Able to demonstrate an analytical and logical approach to work Willingness to learn and work outside your comfort zone
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Our Deals Tax team works closely with our Deals practice to advise on the tax implications of a variety of deals projects including; Restructuring, Real Estate and Mergers and Acquisitions. Part of the wider Corporate Tax network, we're committed to driving collaboration and cross-working across specialities to drive innovation and success as we service clients all over the world. The role sits within the Restructuring Tax team, primarily advising on large-scale refinancings, debt and capital restructurings and corporate insolvencies. We work across the Deals business with a market that covers large corporate clients (ranging from blue chip clients to smaller mid tier clients) and lenders who operate around the world, across various industries and sectors including retail, manufacturing, insurance, banking, pensions, real estate, PFI, private equity and credit. We work closely with PwC Restructuring and Forensics team, playing a key part in maximising value for stakeholders. We are commercially focused, prioritising our client's interests to achieve their business objectives whilst navigating the complexities of tax. Whilst our core focus is restructuring and insolvencies, our team also benefits from having ample opportunities to work across corporate M&A, private equity, real estate M&A, infrastructure and credit transactions. As a result our team gets the opportunity to work on and manage a wide range of transactions. Recent examples include a £1.5bn UK Property Group lender led enforcement and restructure, restructuring an international group's €10bn debt obligations and advising a well-known high-street brand on a potential £6bn IPO. Our team is fueled by open and curious minds who are passionate about their work. As part of the team you'll experience unparalleled opportunities to develop your career. You'll work on complex and challenging projects and gain experience working with prestigious and diverse clients - from high profile multinational organisations and private equity firms to start-ups and owner-managed businesses. Restructuring is a rapidly growing market, and given the current economic climate, there will no doubt be plenty of new, interesting opportunities to get involved in. You'll be provided with relevant training and on the job guidance to support you in your role. The team is friendly and engaging and there will be plenty of opportunities to network and build good relationships within the team and across the Deals Tax team, as well as get involved in exciting socials! The role You will be responsible for the day to day operations of a number of key client accounts You will work directly with clients as well as with external clients' lawyers, bankers and various other stakeholders You will also work very closely with other PwC professionals from around the business and across the globe and will be expected to build relationships with them to allow us to deliver more efficiently to our clients. You will be an integral part of preparing and managing the client deliverables You will provide on the job guidance to junior members and support to senior members of the team. You will get exposure to the commercial side of transactions and will need to apply this to your approach to work. Essential skills and experience Professional Qualification: CTA or ACA or ACCA Previous tax experience Experience in handling multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously An ability to plan and deliver work against tight deadlines Responsive to change and adaptable to new situations Developed communication skills, specifically in negotiating and influencing others Able to demonstrate an analytical and logical approach to work Willingness to learn and work outside your comfort zone
At HF we do things differently. We recognise the value of our employees and understand that they set us apart from our competitors. So, if you want to experience what life is like as a lawyer at HF, take a look at our Litigation Executive vacancy within our Motor team, within our Whiteley office. What will you be doing? You will be not only working independently but as part of a successful Motor team. You will have already completed a law degree/GDL/LPC or equivalent qualifications and have previous file handling experience or have worked in the insurance industry you will be ready to handle your own caseload of defendant litigated small claims, fast track and MOJ files. You must have an interest in progressing a career within insurance law/ the personal injury sector. You will handle a case load of defendant litigated small claims, OIC, fast track and MOJ files. You will be confident providing clients with updates and ensure that that their legal affairs are dealt with in a business-like and competent manner to ensure the efficient operation of the firm. This is what our Partner and Head of Fareham Office, James, says about the role; "We've enjoyed a great year & secured many successes for our valued clients across our Motor & Casualty set at HF throughout 2023. But, we're not stopping there. We want to continue providing the very best services to our clients and we have some very exciting plans for 2024. To make those plans a reality, we need to bring the very best talent into HF so that we can continue driving forwards at pace. I'm delighted to be advertising for a Litigation Executive to join our M&C PI team at our offices in Fareham and look forward to welcoming another member to an exciting and fast-paced department." What's in it for you? This is a real chance for you to shine and start a successful career in law. We have a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees, there are many opportunities for progression for you to have a rewarding and prosperous career at HF. All our training contracts are offered internally and are not met with external competition! You will be eligible to apply for a training contract upon completion of your probation period. What do I need? You will need to have completed a law degree, LPC or GDL or have a minimum of 2 years experience in a claim handling role, handling preferably a litigated defendant caseload. About the company HF is one of the UK's leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK's 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire. We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code - you can be yourself at work! We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours for all. The successful candidate will be expected to attend the office 3 days a week and have flexibility on this. We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, from paying for professional subscriptions to offering learning and development grants for further study, we are always looking to invest and grow our people. We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you will have access to as part of our team: 25 days' annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service Private healthcare provision Company pension scheme Enhanced parental leave Cycle to Work scheme Life insurance and income protection Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service Season ticket loans Flu vouchers Bonus scheme Perks at work scheme package Sounds great! What next? If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you! If you are ready to apply, the button is below. As an equal opportunities' employer, we're passionate about inclusive hiring approaches. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll do our best to support you. Please note this role is based from our office in Whiteley, on a hybrid basis.
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
At HF we do things differently. We recognise the value of our employees and understand that they set us apart from our competitors. So, if you want to experience what life is like as a lawyer at HF, take a look at our Litigation Executive vacancy within our Motor team, within our Whiteley office. What will you be doing? You will be not only working independently but as part of a successful Motor team. You will have already completed a law degree/GDL/LPC or equivalent qualifications and have previous file handling experience or have worked in the insurance industry you will be ready to handle your own caseload of defendant litigated small claims, fast track and MOJ files. You must have an interest in progressing a career within insurance law/ the personal injury sector. You will handle a case load of defendant litigated small claims, OIC, fast track and MOJ files. You will be confident providing clients with updates and ensure that that their legal affairs are dealt with in a business-like and competent manner to ensure the efficient operation of the firm. This is what our Partner and Head of Fareham Office, James, says about the role; "We've enjoyed a great year & secured many successes for our valued clients across our Motor & Casualty set at HF throughout 2023. But, we're not stopping there. We want to continue providing the very best services to our clients and we have some very exciting plans for 2024. To make those plans a reality, we need to bring the very best talent into HF so that we can continue driving forwards at pace. I'm delighted to be advertising for a Litigation Executive to join our M&C PI team at our offices in Fareham and look forward to welcoming another member to an exciting and fast-paced department." What's in it for you? This is a real chance for you to shine and start a successful career in law. We have a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees, there are many opportunities for progression for you to have a rewarding and prosperous career at HF. All our training contracts are offered internally and are not met with external competition! You will be eligible to apply for a training contract upon completion of your probation period. What do I need? You will need to have completed a law degree, LPC or GDL or have a minimum of 2 years experience in a claim handling role, handling preferably a litigated defendant caseload. About the company HF is one of the UK's leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK's 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire. We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code - you can be yourself at work! We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours for all. The successful candidate will be expected to attend the office 3 days a week and have flexibility on this. We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, from paying for professional subscriptions to offering learning and development grants for further study, we are always looking to invest and grow our people. We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you will have access to as part of our team: 25 days' annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service Private healthcare provision Company pension scheme Enhanced parental leave Cycle to Work scheme Life insurance and income protection Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service Season ticket loans Flu vouchers Bonus scheme Perks at work scheme package Sounds great! What next? If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you! If you are ready to apply, the button is below. As an equal opportunities' employer, we're passionate about inclusive hiring approaches. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll do our best to support you. Please note this role is based from our office in Whiteley, on a hybrid basis.
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognized by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos.Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country, has been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and is continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does.We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. The Role: You will be joining an established team of Costs Lawyers/ Costs Draftsmen with offices nationwide to assist and support billing process and recovery to the legal profession. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Manager Drafting/ preparing inter partes bills of costs, costs budgets; and points of reply/dispute Drafting inter partes bills with Legal Aid element Drafting Claim1's, 1a's and VHCC/HCCP case Drafting of estimates of costs to accompany Allocation Questionnaires and Pre-Trial Checklists. Negotiations of Bills including attendance at CCMC's Overseeing the Issuing of the Notice of Commencement and associated documents Working to deadlines Attendance upon Detailed Assessment Hearing as and when necessary Providing technical / costs guidance to fee earners where required Assist junior members of the team to complete post -assessment work, with training and ad hoc queries Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly meetings ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management Internal training and reviewing the ongoing costsmanagement process. Key Skills Required: 2+ years' experience in costs / as costs draftsman Worked in a litigation environment and have somerelevant legal experience gained within a Costs team Experience of handling your own costs caseload from start to finish Costs negotiation skills and experience Up to date knowledge of Legal Aid Agency Costs Assessment Guidance, CPR and legislation IT literate including knowledge of using costs drafting software e.g. Costsmaster Strong attention to detail Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Previous proven supervisory experience an advantage but not requirement Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with other professionals and court services Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: The Company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognized by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos.Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country, has been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and is continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does.We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. The Role: You will be joining an established team of Costs Lawyers/ Costs Draftsmen with offices nationwide to assist and support billing process and recovery to the legal profession. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Manager Drafting/ preparing inter partes bills of costs, costs budgets; and points of reply/dispute Drafting inter partes bills with Legal Aid element Drafting Claim1's, 1a's and VHCC/HCCP case Drafting of estimates of costs to accompany Allocation Questionnaires and Pre-Trial Checklists. Negotiations of Bills including attendance at CCMC's Overseeing the Issuing of the Notice of Commencement and associated documents Working to deadlines Attendance upon Detailed Assessment Hearing as and when necessary Providing technical / costs guidance to fee earners where required Assist junior members of the team to complete post -assessment work, with training and ad hoc queries Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly meetings ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management Internal training and reviewing the ongoing costsmanagement process. Key Skills Required: 2+ years' experience in costs / as costs draftsman Worked in a litigation environment and have somerelevant legal experience gained within a Costs team Experience of handling your own costs caseload from start to finish Costs negotiation skills and experience Up to date knowledge of Legal Aid Agency Costs Assessment Guidance, CPR and legislation IT literate including knowledge of using costs drafting software e.g. Costsmaster Strong attention to detail Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Previous proven supervisory experience an advantage but not requirement Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with other professionals and court services Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: The Company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
London: General Banking &/ or Leveraged Finance Lawyer, 2-6 PQE London: General Banking &/ or Leveraged Finance Lawyer, 2-6 PQE The Finance practice in the London office has a reputation for the high quality of work it undertakes, particularly in relation to international deals. Our client acts for banks, private equity firms, other financial institutions and corporate users of credit on all types of banking, finance and capital market transactions. They have the capacity to co-ordinate and manage complex advice from across the Firm through their London office - a facility which is applied with particular effect to the structuring and implementation of multi-jurisdictional cross-border financial transactions. As a result, they have been able to build a substantial practice in leveraged financings of cross-border acquisitions. They have strong interests in project and structured finance and derivatives, where their global outlook gives them the ability to discharge complicated and innovative deals on a multi-jurisdictional basis. The ideal candidate will come from the banking department of a top tier firm. It is essential that the candidate has strong academic, personal and technical skills, needed to support the client work of the department. Excellent written communication and drafting skills are required, as well as the ability to demonstrate initiative and pro-activity. The candidate's experience may reflect either in general banking or in the leveraged finance side or a mix of them both. Click on the relevant location to see our opportunities
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
London: General Banking &/ or Leveraged Finance Lawyer, 2-6 PQE London: General Banking &/ or Leveraged Finance Lawyer, 2-6 PQE The Finance practice in the London office has a reputation for the high quality of work it undertakes, particularly in relation to international deals. Our client acts for banks, private equity firms, other financial institutions and corporate users of credit on all types of banking, finance and capital market transactions. They have the capacity to co-ordinate and manage complex advice from across the Firm through their London office - a facility which is applied with particular effect to the structuring and implementation of multi-jurisdictional cross-border financial transactions. As a result, they have been able to build a substantial practice in leveraged financings of cross-border acquisitions. They have strong interests in project and structured finance and derivatives, where their global outlook gives them the ability to discharge complicated and innovative deals on a multi-jurisdictional basis. The ideal candidate will come from the banking department of a top tier firm. It is essential that the candidate has strong academic, personal and technical skills, needed to support the client work of the department. Excellent written communication and drafting skills are required, as well as the ability to demonstrate initiative and pro-activity. The candidate's experience may reflect either in general banking or in the leveraged finance side or a mix of them both. Click on the relevant location to see our opportunities
The world's largest asset class, debt, operates with the worst data. Technology has revolutionized equity markets with electronic trading, quant algos and instantaneous news. However, in debt capital markets, the picture is completely different. It still behaves like it's in the 1980s; trillions of dollars of trades are placed over the phone, news is slow, and corporate credit information is imperfect and scattered. Our mission is to change this. 9fin's proprietary technology delivers fast and comprehensive financial, credit, legal & ESG analysis. Our clients are able to make faster, more informed decisions, win more business and most importantly, save time. Our fast growing list of clients include 9 of the top 10 Investment Banks, leading Asset Managers, Hedge Funds and Law Firms. The opportunity 9fin is looking for a senior leveraged finance / high yield capital markets lawyer to help develop its offering of leveraged loan and high yield bond covenant research and analytics. The role will report into our London office with flexibility to work from home / remotely as needed. This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced leveraged finance lawyer to use their expertise within a rapidly growing start-up environment, with much greater work-life balance than can be found in a typical law firm environment. What you'll work on Every day is different, but here's an example of the kind of things you'll work on: Reviewing leveraged finance and high yield documentation to produce commercially focused and insightful analysis on primary transactions. Writing topical reports on secondary situations collaborating closely with 9fin's team of journalists and credit analysts Writing thematic reports to explain covenant trends and innovations to our clients Answering client questions about the covenant packages of specific borrowers and issuers Using our proprietary technology to build and expand our covenant databases Working with the 9fin's engineering and product teams to develop new legal and covenant product features Delivering seminars, teach-ins and podcast segments as a subject matter expert in leveraged finance covenants Representing 9fin in the press and at industry conferences and events This role will be a great fit if you have: 8+ years of experience within a high yield capital markets or leveraged finance team at a top-tier law firm Experience of drafting, reviewing and negotiating high yield bond and/or leveraged loan documentation Keen commercial awareness of leveraged finance markets and capital structures Strong technical understanding of how leveraged finance covenants and definitions operate Solid existing network of relationships within the leveraged finance community Excellent networking and relationship building skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Financial & Insurance Competitive Salary(our salary bands are benchmarked at the top end of the market) Equity options Pension (your minimum contributions are 4% with 9fin matching up to 7%) Private Medical Insurance Paid sick leave with Income Protection for long periods of illness Group Life Assurance Season Ticket Loan & Cycle to Work schemes Time off 25 holiday days per year Local public holidays (with the ability to exchange them for alternative days) Hybrid working model, to allow you the flexibility to decide how, where and when you do your best work Work abroad for up to 3 months a year 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of service Enhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements available Training & Culture Professional learning and development budget Quarterly team socials Summer and Winter company social events 9fin is an equal opportunities employer Don't meet every single requirement? At 9fin, we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can flourish, reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognise diverse teams produce a more creative and productive environment. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we're looking for - for this role, or perhaps another.
Apr 03, 2024
Full time
The world's largest asset class, debt, operates with the worst data. Technology has revolutionized equity markets with electronic trading, quant algos and instantaneous news. However, in debt capital markets, the picture is completely different. It still behaves like it's in the 1980s; trillions of dollars of trades are placed over the phone, news is slow, and corporate credit information is imperfect and scattered. Our mission is to change this. 9fin's proprietary technology delivers fast and comprehensive financial, credit, legal & ESG analysis. Our clients are able to make faster, more informed decisions, win more business and most importantly, save time. Our fast growing list of clients include 9 of the top 10 Investment Banks, leading Asset Managers, Hedge Funds and Law Firms. The opportunity 9fin is looking for a senior leveraged finance / high yield capital markets lawyer to help develop its offering of leveraged loan and high yield bond covenant research and analytics. The role will report into our London office with flexibility to work from home / remotely as needed. This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced leveraged finance lawyer to use their expertise within a rapidly growing start-up environment, with much greater work-life balance than can be found in a typical law firm environment. What you'll work on Every day is different, but here's an example of the kind of things you'll work on: Reviewing leveraged finance and high yield documentation to produce commercially focused and insightful analysis on primary transactions. Writing topical reports on secondary situations collaborating closely with 9fin's team of journalists and credit analysts Writing thematic reports to explain covenant trends and innovations to our clients Answering client questions about the covenant packages of specific borrowers and issuers Using our proprietary technology to build and expand our covenant databases Working with the 9fin's engineering and product teams to develop new legal and covenant product features Delivering seminars, teach-ins and podcast segments as a subject matter expert in leveraged finance covenants Representing 9fin in the press and at industry conferences and events This role will be a great fit if you have: 8+ years of experience within a high yield capital markets or leveraged finance team at a top-tier law firm Experience of drafting, reviewing and negotiating high yield bond and/or leveraged loan documentation Keen commercial awareness of leveraged finance markets and capital structures Strong technical understanding of how leveraged finance covenants and definitions operate Solid existing network of relationships within the leveraged finance community Excellent networking and relationship building skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Financial & Insurance Competitive Salary(our salary bands are benchmarked at the top end of the market) Equity options Pension (your minimum contributions are 4% with 9fin matching up to 7%) Private Medical Insurance Paid sick leave with Income Protection for long periods of illness Group Life Assurance Season Ticket Loan & Cycle to Work schemes Time off 25 holiday days per year Local public holidays (with the ability to exchange them for alternative days) Hybrid working model, to allow you the flexibility to decide how, where and when you do your best work Work abroad for up to 3 months a year 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of service Enhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements available Training & Culture Professional learning and development budget Quarterly team socials Summer and Winter company social events 9fin is an equal opportunities employer Don't meet every single requirement? At 9fin, we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can flourish, reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognise diverse teams produce a more creative and productive environment. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we're looking for - for this role, or perhaps another.
Senior Business Development Executive Global Law firm 60,000 If you are a Business Development Executive with experience of working with Financial Services clients and practice groups, then this Senior Business Development Executive role could be an exciting next move. Working with lawyers globally from London and Europe to the Middle East and the US, you will be responsible for coordinating and implementing business development activities and supporting strategies across the firm's Finance Services team. With exceptional expertise across restructuring & insolvency, financial regulation, financial services litigation, fund finance, private credit, real estate finance, corporate trust and structured finance, this team have a superb reputation for fostering deep, solution based relationships with the clients. Some of the duties will include: Planning events of all sizes such as seminars, roundtables and receptions in London and internationally, including some potential travel. Working on pitch and proposal opportunities, delivering a first good working document to the partners and seeing the proposal documents through to completion. Working with senior BD team members and Leaders to update and execute on strategic business plans. Key experience needed for this role includes: Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment. At least 3 years in a marketing/business development role, ideally within a professional services environment. Experience with client facing activity. Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 21, 2024
Full time
Senior Business Development Executive Global Law firm 60,000 If you are a Business Development Executive with experience of working with Financial Services clients and practice groups, then this Senior Business Development Executive role could be an exciting next move. Working with lawyers globally from London and Europe to the Middle East and the US, you will be responsible for coordinating and implementing business development activities and supporting strategies across the firm's Finance Services team. With exceptional expertise across restructuring & insolvency, financial regulation, financial services litigation, fund finance, private credit, real estate finance, corporate trust and structured finance, this team have a superb reputation for fostering deep, solution based relationships with the clients. Some of the duties will include: Planning events of all sizes such as seminars, roundtables and receptions in London and internationally, including some potential travel. Working on pitch and proposal opportunities, delivering a first good working document to the partners and seeing the proposal documents through to completion. Working with senior BD team members and Leaders to update and execute on strategic business plans. Key experience needed for this role includes: Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment. At least 3 years in a marketing/business development role, ideally within a professional services environment. Experience with client facing activity. Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Description The Role We are seeking an ambitious, bright and talented junior to mid-level fund formation associate to join our team and advise managers and investors on international fund formation and investment mandates. You will work closely with James Burdett, who leads the Funds team as well as other partners and associates in the team covering funds regulatory, tax and carried interest structuring on exciting and challenging mandates for leading name fund managers and institutional investors. Associates are given regular and direct contact with clients, with a culture based on associates being given the level of responsibility for which they are capable, rather than a PQE based method of work allocation There are opportunities for secondments with clients and posting to other offices under the firm's associate transfer programme is also a possibility. As a member of our Global Funds Group, you will be part of a dynamic and diverse team of lawyers who work closely together as a team and rely on each other for support on executing funds mandates, developing new clients, knowledge sharing and training. The Global Funds Group has a full time Knowledge Lawyer (London based) and dedicated business development support. You will also be involved in our bi-annual Global Funds Training (a two day off-site meeting next to be held in London in October 2019). The Team The Funds team sits within the Private Equity & Funds Group in the Corporate Department. The Private Equity & Funds Group comprises six partners and 20 associates covering fund formation, private equity M&A and investor work. The Group advises private equity, infrastructure and real estate fund managers on transactions and fund formations and also has a stable of high-profile institutional investor clients including sovereign wealth funds, private investment companies, private and government-linked pension funds, investment companies, endowments and insurance companies whom we advise on fund investment, co- investments and direct investment into alternative assets. The London Funds Group is an integral and leading part of our Global Funds Group which numbers nearly 100 lawyers in our offices around the world, including in the US, Canada, Latin America, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, Spain, Middle East, Singapore, Hong Kong/China, Japan and Australia. The Group is co- chaired by London partner, James Burdett and Hong Kong partner, Jason Ng. There are four other groups within the Corporate Department covering other transactional disciplines including general M&A (public and private), capital markets, projects and reorganisations. In addition the Department provides advisory services to its corporate, asset management and institutional investor clients covering board level compliance, corporate governance support and investment advisory mandates, to a wide range of clients, including listed PLCs, financial institutions, and major multinational corporates. Our practice is broad, and virtually all of what we do is cross - border. The London Corporate team has over 150 fee earners and business professionals and we work across 6 key industry groups: Consumer goods & Retail, Energy Mining & Infrastructure, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Industrials, Manufacturing& Transportation, Technology, Media and Telecoms. Our key differentiator is our Lawyers who collaborate across borders, markets and industries around the globe. Our Lawyers embrace new ideas and emerging technologies to give businesses confidence in these uncertain times. Our clients include nearly all of the world's 100 largest public companies and more than three-quarters of the Fortune 500. Key Skills and Experience Required A qualified lawyer with excellent academics credentials Commerciality and an interest in business development experience Excellent written communication and drafting skills Initiative and proactivity Strong service orientation - a "client first" culture Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and to take responsibility for this relationship High work standards Flexible work practices Outstanding communication skills and the ability to adapt style as required Ability to work well in both a team and individually A keenness to learn Respects and enjoys the diversity of cultural, social and academic backgrounds found in the Firm Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 78 offices in 46 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 950 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. The strength of the firm and our culture is evidenced by a number of recent awards, including: Thomson Reuters (formerly Acritas' Sharplegal) Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index, 2010- 2022 - ranked 1st The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers : currently ranked 52nd Thomson Reuters ranked the Firm No. 1 for cross-border deals for the last 12 years. More than 70% of our deals are cross-border. For the 14th consecutive year, the Firm was ranked first for deals with emerging market involvement, by both number of announced and completed deals. Law360 ranked the Firm as one of the 400 Largest US Law Firms in in its annual survey in 2020. Identified as one of the Hall of Fame for best law firms for women by Working Mother magazine, . Named one of Stonewall's Top 100 Employers for LGBTQ+, . Ranked as one of the Top 75 Employers in the 2021 Social Mobility Employer Index. Received Double Certification for earning top marks in the 2022 Corporate Equality Index and Equidad MX of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Winner of the Europe Mentorship Programme - International Firm award in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2021 Winner of the Gender Diversity International Firm, Talent Management International Firm, and Work-Life Balance International Firm awards in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Asia Awards 2021 Have a look at our YouTube channel to find out more about us! To At Baker McKenzie we welcome direct applications. Please click on the icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process please contact in confidence, David Roberts, Recruitment Manager, on or Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice herePlease note Baker McKenzie does not accept unsolicited CVs. Please click here for details of our Agency Policy and commitment to sourcing directly. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion As the first truly global law firm, diversity and inclusion are foundational to our culture and strategic vision. We are a Firm of individuals from across the globe with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view who collegially work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources, including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people. Our global strategy is focused on our people, our culture, our clients and the communities where we operate. In 2019 we enacted ambitious new targets related to gender, racial and ethnic diversity at the Firm. These targets are viewed as a floor, not a ceiling, to advancing underrepresented groups, and they are backed by a variety of strategic initiatives aimed at achieving our goals. Our strategic vision is supported in London by six active employee led networks which champion diversity, lead on a number of internal campaigns and deliver a range of activity to celebrate differences in identity, inclusion, and key dates throughout the year including: LGBT+ History Month, International Women's Day, International Trans Day of Visibility, Mental Health Awareness Week, Pride, Black History Month, Social Mobility Week, International Day of Disabled Persons and many more! Baker McKenzie London has been accredited by Disability Confident, joining over 18,000 organisations that have signed up to help change behaviours and cultures in businesses, networks and communities and reap the benefits of inclusive recruitment practices.
Dec 07, 2022
Full time
Description The Role We are seeking an ambitious, bright and talented junior to mid-level fund formation associate to join our team and advise managers and investors on international fund formation and investment mandates. You will work closely with James Burdett, who leads the Funds team as well as other partners and associates in the team covering funds regulatory, tax and carried interest structuring on exciting and challenging mandates for leading name fund managers and institutional investors. Associates are given regular and direct contact with clients, with a culture based on associates being given the level of responsibility for which they are capable, rather than a PQE based method of work allocation There are opportunities for secondments with clients and posting to other offices under the firm's associate transfer programme is also a possibility. As a member of our Global Funds Group, you will be part of a dynamic and diverse team of lawyers who work closely together as a team and rely on each other for support on executing funds mandates, developing new clients, knowledge sharing and training. The Global Funds Group has a full time Knowledge Lawyer (London based) and dedicated business development support. You will also be involved in our bi-annual Global Funds Training (a two day off-site meeting next to be held in London in October 2019). The Team The Funds team sits within the Private Equity & Funds Group in the Corporate Department. The Private Equity & Funds Group comprises six partners and 20 associates covering fund formation, private equity M&A and investor work. The Group advises private equity, infrastructure and real estate fund managers on transactions and fund formations and also has a stable of high-profile institutional investor clients including sovereign wealth funds, private investment companies, private and government-linked pension funds, investment companies, endowments and insurance companies whom we advise on fund investment, co- investments and direct investment into alternative assets. The London Funds Group is an integral and leading part of our Global Funds Group which numbers nearly 100 lawyers in our offices around the world, including in the US, Canada, Latin America, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, Spain, Middle East, Singapore, Hong Kong/China, Japan and Australia. The Group is co- chaired by London partner, James Burdett and Hong Kong partner, Jason Ng. There are four other groups within the Corporate Department covering other transactional disciplines including general M&A (public and private), capital markets, projects and reorganisations. In addition the Department provides advisory services to its corporate, asset management and institutional investor clients covering board level compliance, corporate governance support and investment advisory mandates, to a wide range of clients, including listed PLCs, financial institutions, and major multinational corporates. Our practice is broad, and virtually all of what we do is cross - border. The London Corporate team has over 150 fee earners and business professionals and we work across 6 key industry groups: Consumer goods & Retail, Energy Mining & Infrastructure, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Industrials, Manufacturing& Transportation, Technology, Media and Telecoms. Our key differentiator is our Lawyers who collaborate across borders, markets and industries around the globe. Our Lawyers embrace new ideas and emerging technologies to give businesses confidence in these uncertain times. Our clients include nearly all of the world's 100 largest public companies and more than three-quarters of the Fortune 500. Key Skills and Experience Required A qualified lawyer with excellent academics credentials Commerciality and an interest in business development experience Excellent written communication and drafting skills Initiative and proactivity Strong service orientation - a "client first" culture Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and to take responsibility for this relationship High work standards Flexible work practices Outstanding communication skills and the ability to adapt style as required Ability to work well in both a team and individually A keenness to learn Respects and enjoys the diversity of cultural, social and academic backgrounds found in the Firm Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 78 offices in 46 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 950 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. The strength of the firm and our culture is evidenced by a number of recent awards, including: Thomson Reuters (formerly Acritas' Sharplegal) Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index, 2010- 2022 - ranked 1st The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers : currently ranked 52nd Thomson Reuters ranked the Firm No. 1 for cross-border deals for the last 12 years. More than 70% of our deals are cross-border. For the 14th consecutive year, the Firm was ranked first for deals with emerging market involvement, by both number of announced and completed deals. Law360 ranked the Firm as one of the 400 Largest US Law Firms in in its annual survey in 2020. Identified as one of the Hall of Fame for best law firms for women by Working Mother magazine, . Named one of Stonewall's Top 100 Employers for LGBTQ+, . Ranked as one of the Top 75 Employers in the 2021 Social Mobility Employer Index. Received Double Certification for earning top marks in the 2022 Corporate Equality Index and Equidad MX of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Winner of the Europe Mentorship Programme - International Firm award in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2021 Winner of the Gender Diversity International Firm, Talent Management International Firm, and Work-Life Balance International Firm awards in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Asia Awards 2021 Have a look at our YouTube channel to find out more about us! To At Baker McKenzie we welcome direct applications. Please click on the icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process please contact in confidence, David Roberts, Recruitment Manager, on or Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice herePlease note Baker McKenzie does not accept unsolicited CVs. Please click here for details of our Agency Policy and commitment to sourcing directly. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion As the first truly global law firm, diversity and inclusion are foundational to our culture and strategic vision. We are a Firm of individuals from across the globe with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view who collegially work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources, including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people. Our global strategy is focused on our people, our culture, our clients and the communities where we operate. In 2019 we enacted ambitious new targets related to gender, racial and ethnic diversity at the Firm. These targets are viewed as a floor, not a ceiling, to advancing underrepresented groups, and they are backed by a variety of strategic initiatives aimed at achieving our goals. Our strategic vision is supported in London by six active employee led networks which champion diversity, lead on a number of internal campaigns and deliver a range of activity to celebrate differences in identity, inclusion, and key dates throughout the year including: LGBT+ History Month, International Women's Day, International Trans Day of Visibility, Mental Health Awareness Week, Pride, Black History Month, Social Mobility Week, International Day of Disabled Persons and many more! Baker McKenzie London has been accredited by Disability Confident, joining over 18,000 organisations that have signed up to help change behaviours and cultures in businesses, networks and communities and reap the benefits of inclusive recruitment practices.
Banking and Finance Lawyer The Freeths Group is one of the UK's leading regional law practices. We offer services to both the commercial and private client across the entire legal spectrum. We operate from offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Oxford, and Sheffield. The firm has a wide range of clients throughout the UK with many clients having strong international connections. We have over 150 partners and more than 800 members of staff in total. Our client base reflects our nationwide strength and our nationwide service delivery. We are committed to continuous improvement and our increasing success as a business is built on achieving success for our clients. We work in close partnership with clients, providing positive, practical solutions and clear, comprehensive advice. Our aim is to attract and retain the most talented people, and part of this is providing a great place to work. So, to support fairness and equality and to encourage a healthy work-life balance, we continually monitor and improve our benefits. We are proud that what we have achieved has bene recognised over the past few years, being awarded Best Companies star status on a number of occasions and have featured in the Sunday times 100 Best Companies to Work For. We are also a silver standard accredited investor in people Company, which means we are recognised for our efforts to improve workplace engagement, leadership, personal growth, well-being, team working and our impact on society. As part of our strategic growth plan, we have an exciting opportunity to join our established Banking and Finance team in our Bristol office. As the team are high performing, we are looking for someone who demonstrates a strong team spirit, is ambitious and hardworking, and who wants to achieve the highest standards within a top-quality team. You will have the chance to work closely with partners and be involved in varied and interesting transactions right from the start and to work with a varied and impressive list of clients. We are keen to recruit someone who is 6 years post qualification for this Banking and Finance role. Duties will involve: Responsible for a variety of legal work including corporate, acquisition finance and real estate finance transactions. Drafting, review and negotiation of banking documentation. Managing client deadlines and transaction delivery. Working closely with other teams to ensure that larger projects are delivered within the timeframes and budgets agreed. What we're looking for Experience in Banking and Finance and comfortable dealing with complex matters. A clear enthusiasm for this area of law and a commitment to securing the best outcomes for your clients. The confidence to hit the ground running. A passion for client care and providing a high-quality service at all time. Exceptional attention to detail. Outstanding academic credentials. Good organisational and drafting skills. Strong commercial and business acumen We have a clear Diversity and Equal opportunities Policy in place, and it applies to all aspects of recruitment, employment, promotion, and training. Part of this is providing an inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed: and making sure there are no obstacles based on sexual orientation, disability, ago, gender, marital status, race, national or ethnic origin, colour pregnancy and maternity, religious or philosophical belief. Share
Dec 02, 2022
Full time
Banking and Finance Lawyer The Freeths Group is one of the UK's leading regional law practices. We offer services to both the commercial and private client across the entire legal spectrum. We operate from offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Oxford, and Sheffield. The firm has a wide range of clients throughout the UK with many clients having strong international connections. We have over 150 partners and more than 800 members of staff in total. Our client base reflects our nationwide strength and our nationwide service delivery. We are committed to continuous improvement and our increasing success as a business is built on achieving success for our clients. We work in close partnership with clients, providing positive, practical solutions and clear, comprehensive advice. Our aim is to attract and retain the most talented people, and part of this is providing a great place to work. So, to support fairness and equality and to encourage a healthy work-life balance, we continually monitor and improve our benefits. We are proud that what we have achieved has bene recognised over the past few years, being awarded Best Companies star status on a number of occasions and have featured in the Sunday times 100 Best Companies to Work For. We are also a silver standard accredited investor in people Company, which means we are recognised for our efforts to improve workplace engagement, leadership, personal growth, well-being, team working and our impact on society. As part of our strategic growth plan, we have an exciting opportunity to join our established Banking and Finance team in our Bristol office. As the team are high performing, we are looking for someone who demonstrates a strong team spirit, is ambitious and hardworking, and who wants to achieve the highest standards within a top-quality team. You will have the chance to work closely with partners and be involved in varied and interesting transactions right from the start and to work with a varied and impressive list of clients. We are keen to recruit someone who is 6 years post qualification for this Banking and Finance role. Duties will involve: Responsible for a variety of legal work including corporate, acquisition finance and real estate finance transactions. Drafting, review and negotiation of banking documentation. Managing client deadlines and transaction delivery. Working closely with other teams to ensure that larger projects are delivered within the timeframes and budgets agreed. What we're looking for Experience in Banking and Finance and comfortable dealing with complex matters. A clear enthusiasm for this area of law and a commitment to securing the best outcomes for your clients. The confidence to hit the ground running. A passion for client care and providing a high-quality service at all time. Exceptional attention to detail. Outstanding academic credentials. Good organisational and drafting skills. Strong commercial and business acumen We have a clear Diversity and Equal opportunities Policy in place, and it applies to all aspects of recruitment, employment, promotion, and training. Part of this is providing an inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed: and making sure there are no obstacles based on sexual orientation, disability, ago, gender, marital status, race, national or ethnic origin, colour pregnancy and maternity, religious or philosophical belief. Share
The Role This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside our established, team in Manchester who will support you to utilise and enhance your advisory skills and experience. You will work alongside some of the most experienced practitioners in the field advising the boards, management teams, lenders and shareholders of companies which are underperforming and/or facing financing issues. As a Manager in the team you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of engagements across all sectors, with plenty of responsibility for leading workstreams, managing junior staff and supporting Directors and Managing Directors in client-facing delivery. The Financial Advisory Team at Teneo Teneo's global Financial Advisory business advises corporates, creditors and other financial stakeholders in situations of financial stress and distress. No two situations are the same. Our advice and approach is tailored to each situation and each client. At Teneo, we believe such occurrences present new opportunities for our clients. Opportunities to restore value, raise new capital, pivot in a new direction and ultimately, identify certainty amidst chaos. Teneo partners with clients to find viable opportunities that will protect and enhance value and help them to build strategies that will most benefit their business and/or investment goals. Integrating the disciplines of Financial Advisory, financial advisory, management consulting, investor relations, strategic communications, government affairs, risk analysis and talent advisory, Teneo's global Financial Advisory team guides companies and their stakeholders through periods of uncertainty and stress. We help address the challenges a business faces, whether that is targeted performance improvement to financial Financial Advisory, or delivering a route to recover value, our focus is delivering certainty from uncertainty Key Responsibilities Client service Project managing parts of the engagement, providing support to the Managing Director/ Director (or often directly Senior Managing Director) in managing external stakeholders. Support management teams in preparing and challenging business plans, short term cash flow forecasts and Financial Advisory plans. Develop, analyse and present Financial Advisory options using input from other teams, e.g. insolvency or tax analysis. Liaise with the Company's lawyers to understand key aspects of legal documentation and also drive any documentation processes (term sheets, waivers, loan documentation etc.) Apply an understanding of engagement economics. Apply an understanding of financial and risk management. Knowledge acquisition Build client relationship skills, sector knowledge and continues to develop leadership skills Continue to build technical expertise, broader business advisory and people management skills. Understand the market, topical issues and our Financial Advisory propositions. People and leadership Support practice and talent development. Provide on-job coaching and development to staff. Develop junior staff outside of jobs through appraising and mentoring. Support wider Financial Advisory training initiatives. Manage diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution. Business Development Start to own elements of business development including actively supporting business development activities, building and expending your own contact network and supporting Director/ Managing Director-led marketing and sales activities. Participate in existing business development programmes and key client accounts. Identify opportunities to expand jobs as well as opportunities to provide wider Teneo services to existing clients. Take responsibility for leading marketing initiatives aimed at specific channels to market, or events. Key Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent), both time and exam qualified. Financial Financial Advisory experience gained either as an advisor within a professional services company, consultancy or investment bank; as an analyst in a debt or special situations funds. An understanding of debt markets, banking, loan agreements and other relevant financial and legal documentation Good understanding of the Financial Advisory marketplace, its trends and key players (principals and advisers) Very strong analytical skills, including: business analytics, business planning, short term cash flows, financing options. A basic understanding of insolvency legislation and practice is not a prerequisite but helpful Excellent interpersonal skills Strong project management skills Ability to lead small teams and develop people Ability to conduct business in fluent oral and written English is a pre-requisite. What can we offer you? New joiners are supported by an induction programme. As well as this we offer a whole host of benefits and reward including; Market-leading Salary 25 days holiday Discretionary Bonus Scheme Company Pension Scheme Extensive investment in personal development & learning Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (depending on length of service) and shared parental leave Private medical insurance Life assurance Group income protection Cycle to work schemes Regular social, cultural and charitable activities About Teneo Teneo advises business leaders, enabling them to achieve goals faster and at lower cost by earning trust, navigating disruption and removing barriers. We are built to help businesses succeed in a world no longer defined by boundaries and disciplines. Working exclusively with the CEOs and senior executives of the world's leading companies, Teneo provides strategic counsel across their full range of key objectives and issues. Our clients include a significant number of the FTSE 100 and Fortune 100, as well as other global public and private corporations. We're an ambitious, global consultancy which allows candidates unmatched opportunities to develop and work with inspiring, motivated people. Our teams bring together the disciplines of strategic communications, investor relations, restructuring, management consulting, physical & cyber risk, financial advisory, corporate governance advisory, ESG, DE&I, political & policy risk, and talent advisory, to solve for the most complex business challenges and opportunities. We aim to make companies and institutions stronger and more valuable. We are capable of advising at the most senior levels across the world's leading businesses and organisations and we're proud to work with some of the strongest brands in the world. Across the globe, Teneo employs more than 1,200 people, offering global reach from a light infrastructure, built out of regional hubs. Our culture is critical to our success. We have a flat management structure with an open and supportive office atmosphere. To support progression and learning, we foster a supportive environment with a focus on mental health and wellbeing as well as adopting an inclusive environment that allows all employees to flourish. We recognise that diversity is essential for our business and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. At Teneo, we have fully embraced hybrid working and redefined the way we work such that it facilitates collaboration, optimises productivity and promotes the health and wellbeing of our people. We are also happy to discuss other forms of flexible working so please let us know if this is something you would like to discuss.
Sep 09, 2022
Full time
The Role This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside our established, team in Manchester who will support you to utilise and enhance your advisory skills and experience. You will work alongside some of the most experienced practitioners in the field advising the boards, management teams, lenders and shareholders of companies which are underperforming and/or facing financing issues. As a Manager in the team you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of engagements across all sectors, with plenty of responsibility for leading workstreams, managing junior staff and supporting Directors and Managing Directors in client-facing delivery. The Financial Advisory Team at Teneo Teneo's global Financial Advisory business advises corporates, creditors and other financial stakeholders in situations of financial stress and distress. No two situations are the same. Our advice and approach is tailored to each situation and each client. At Teneo, we believe such occurrences present new opportunities for our clients. Opportunities to restore value, raise new capital, pivot in a new direction and ultimately, identify certainty amidst chaos. Teneo partners with clients to find viable opportunities that will protect and enhance value and help them to build strategies that will most benefit their business and/or investment goals. Integrating the disciplines of Financial Advisory, financial advisory, management consulting, investor relations, strategic communications, government affairs, risk analysis and talent advisory, Teneo's global Financial Advisory team guides companies and their stakeholders through periods of uncertainty and stress. We help address the challenges a business faces, whether that is targeted performance improvement to financial Financial Advisory, or delivering a route to recover value, our focus is delivering certainty from uncertainty Key Responsibilities Client service Project managing parts of the engagement, providing support to the Managing Director/ Director (or often directly Senior Managing Director) in managing external stakeholders. Support management teams in preparing and challenging business plans, short term cash flow forecasts and Financial Advisory plans. Develop, analyse and present Financial Advisory options using input from other teams, e.g. insolvency or tax analysis. Liaise with the Company's lawyers to understand key aspects of legal documentation and also drive any documentation processes (term sheets, waivers, loan documentation etc.) Apply an understanding of engagement economics. Apply an understanding of financial and risk management. Knowledge acquisition Build client relationship skills, sector knowledge and continues to develop leadership skills Continue to build technical expertise, broader business advisory and people management skills. Understand the market, topical issues and our Financial Advisory propositions. People and leadership Support practice and talent development. Provide on-job coaching and development to staff. Develop junior staff outside of jobs through appraising and mentoring. Support wider Financial Advisory training initiatives. Manage diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution. Business Development Start to own elements of business development including actively supporting business development activities, building and expending your own contact network and supporting Director/ Managing Director-led marketing and sales activities. Participate in existing business development programmes and key client accounts. Identify opportunities to expand jobs as well as opportunities to provide wider Teneo services to existing clients. Take responsibility for leading marketing initiatives aimed at specific channels to market, or events. Key Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent), both time and exam qualified. Financial Financial Advisory experience gained either as an advisor within a professional services company, consultancy or investment bank; as an analyst in a debt or special situations funds. An understanding of debt markets, banking, loan agreements and other relevant financial and legal documentation Good understanding of the Financial Advisory marketplace, its trends and key players (principals and advisers) Very strong analytical skills, including: business analytics, business planning, short term cash flows, financing options. A basic understanding of insolvency legislation and practice is not a prerequisite but helpful Excellent interpersonal skills Strong project management skills Ability to lead small teams and develop people Ability to conduct business in fluent oral and written English is a pre-requisite. What can we offer you? New joiners are supported by an induction programme. As well as this we offer a whole host of benefits and reward including; Market-leading Salary 25 days holiday Discretionary Bonus Scheme Company Pension Scheme Extensive investment in personal development & learning Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (depending on length of service) and shared parental leave Private medical insurance Life assurance Group income protection Cycle to work schemes Regular social, cultural and charitable activities About Teneo Teneo advises business leaders, enabling them to achieve goals faster and at lower cost by earning trust, navigating disruption and removing barriers. We are built to help businesses succeed in a world no longer defined by boundaries and disciplines. Working exclusively with the CEOs and senior executives of the world's leading companies, Teneo provides strategic counsel across their full range of key objectives and issues. Our clients include a significant number of the FTSE 100 and Fortune 100, as well as other global public and private corporations. We're an ambitious, global consultancy which allows candidates unmatched opportunities to develop and work with inspiring, motivated people. Our teams bring together the disciplines of strategic communications, investor relations, restructuring, management consulting, physical & cyber risk, financial advisory, corporate governance advisory, ESG, DE&I, political & policy risk, and talent advisory, to solve for the most complex business challenges and opportunities. We aim to make companies and institutions stronger and more valuable. We are capable of advising at the most senior levels across the world's leading businesses and organisations and we're proud to work with some of the strongest brands in the world. Across the globe, Teneo employs more than 1,200 people, offering global reach from a light infrastructure, built out of regional hubs. Our culture is critical to our success. We have a flat management structure with an open and supportive office atmosphere. To support progression and learning, we foster a supportive environment with a focus on mental health and wellbeing as well as adopting an inclusive environment that allows all employees to flourish. We recognise that diversity is essential for our business and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. At Teneo, we have fully embraced hybrid working and redefined the way we work such that it facilitates collaboration, optimises productivity and promotes the health and wellbeing of our people. We are also happy to discuss other forms of flexible working so please let us know if this is something you would like to discuss.
Description About this role BlackRock is a global leader in investment management, risk management and advisory services for institutional and retail clients. To date, the firm manages approximately $8.7 Trillion in assets on behalf of investors worldwide. With 16,000+ employees across 35+ countries, BlackRock helps clients around the world meet their goals and overcome challenges with a range of products that include separate accounts, mutual funds, iShares® (exchange-traded funds), and other pooled investment vehicles. BlackRock also offers risk management, advisory and enterprise investment system services to a broad base of institutional investors through BlackRock Solutions®. For additional information, please visit the Company's website at . Legal and Compliance BlackRock's Legal and Compliance (L&C) department works with business teams to develop investment management products and business solutions that comply with the numerous legal and regulatory requirements to which BlackRock and its products are subject. Legal and Compliance is responsible for, among other things, negotiating agreements with investors, intermediaries and service providers; providing ongoing legal advice to business regarding new and existing products and strategies; overseeing regulatory matters; coordinating litigation and legal proceedings; establishing legal and compliance policies and procedures that meet applicable regulatory requirements and testing the operative effectiveness of those policies and procedures and conducting training. Role Description We are searching for a seasoned lawyer specializing in private fund formation who will primarily support BlackRock's private credit business. The lawyer may also be required to provide support to other BlackRock alternatives businesses including liquid strategies such as hedge funds, illiquid strategies such as infrastructure and private equity, as wells as funds of funds solutions. Ideally, our candidate is a private funds lawyer who will be involved in providing legal advice and consultation, focusing on a variety of legal issues relating to alternative investment funds, including fund structuring, marketing and corporate governance. Primary Responsibilities: This position is part of the EMEA legal team responsible for coverage of BlackRock's private funds, and will assist with tasks such as: Providing advice on matters related to open-end and closed-end fund structuring across multiple jurisdictions; preparing, reviewing and negotiating fund documentation and offering materials . Managing outside counsel's preparation and review of fund documentation and overseeing outside counsel with respect to private funds generally. Coordinating and working with business teams, compliance, tax, and operations teams regarding various aspects of private fund formation and operation. Providing advice and support to internal stakeholders to develop, establish and improve internal processes. Analyzing and managing a variety of regulatory issues affecting the BlackRock private funds platform, including AIFMD, MiFID, SFDR etc. Skills & Requirements: Outstanding academic credentials and extensive experience as a lawyer in the asset management or fund formation group within a major law firm, the legal department of an investment management firm or the alternative investment division at an investment bank. Fund formation experience and familiarity with AIFMD, MiFID and U.S. and non-U.S. laws impacting privately offered funds is preferred. Knowledge of Collateralised Loan Obligations would be helpful. Demonstrated initiative and accountability. Excellent analytical, written and verbal communications skills. Comfort with working across different business functions while remaining responsive. Desire to work creatively in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills and ability to balance multiple time-sensitive matters. Ability to coordinate complex projects involving different business and support groups and to assist the business in implementing solutions across the broad range of BlackRock products and services. Outstanding relationship-building skills and a consistent track record of working well as a member of a team. You should approach problems in a business-minded and practical manner and be able to communicate sophisticated concepts in an understandable way, to junior and senior colleagues across BlackRock's business teams. Our team is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, so you will be encouraged to help us continue to build a culture of inclusivity, belonging and trust. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit careers.blackrock.com | | | | LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.
Dec 07, 2021
Full time
Description About this role BlackRock is a global leader in investment management, risk management and advisory services for institutional and retail clients. To date, the firm manages approximately $8.7 Trillion in assets on behalf of investors worldwide. With 16,000+ employees across 35+ countries, BlackRock helps clients around the world meet their goals and overcome challenges with a range of products that include separate accounts, mutual funds, iShares® (exchange-traded funds), and other pooled investment vehicles. BlackRock also offers risk management, advisory and enterprise investment system services to a broad base of institutional investors through BlackRock Solutions®. For additional information, please visit the Company's website at . Legal and Compliance BlackRock's Legal and Compliance (L&C) department works with business teams to develop investment management products and business solutions that comply with the numerous legal and regulatory requirements to which BlackRock and its products are subject. Legal and Compliance is responsible for, among other things, negotiating agreements with investors, intermediaries and service providers; providing ongoing legal advice to business regarding new and existing products and strategies; overseeing regulatory matters; coordinating litigation and legal proceedings; establishing legal and compliance policies and procedures that meet applicable regulatory requirements and testing the operative effectiveness of those policies and procedures and conducting training. Role Description We are searching for a seasoned lawyer specializing in private fund formation who will primarily support BlackRock's private credit business. The lawyer may also be required to provide support to other BlackRock alternatives businesses including liquid strategies such as hedge funds, illiquid strategies such as infrastructure and private equity, as wells as funds of funds solutions. Ideally, our candidate is a private funds lawyer who will be involved in providing legal advice and consultation, focusing on a variety of legal issues relating to alternative investment funds, including fund structuring, marketing and corporate governance. Primary Responsibilities: This position is part of the EMEA legal team responsible for coverage of BlackRock's private funds, and will assist with tasks such as: Providing advice on matters related to open-end and closed-end fund structuring across multiple jurisdictions; preparing, reviewing and negotiating fund documentation and offering materials . Managing outside counsel's preparation and review of fund documentation and overseeing outside counsel with respect to private funds generally. Coordinating and working with business teams, compliance, tax, and operations teams regarding various aspects of private fund formation and operation. Providing advice and support to internal stakeholders to develop, establish and improve internal processes. Analyzing and managing a variety of regulatory issues affecting the BlackRock private funds platform, including AIFMD, MiFID, SFDR etc. Skills & Requirements: Outstanding academic credentials and extensive experience as a lawyer in the asset management or fund formation group within a major law firm, the legal department of an investment management firm or the alternative investment division at an investment bank. Fund formation experience and familiarity with AIFMD, MiFID and U.S. and non-U.S. laws impacting privately offered funds is preferred. Knowledge of Collateralised Loan Obligations would be helpful. Demonstrated initiative and accountability. Excellent analytical, written and verbal communications skills. Comfort with working across different business functions while remaining responsive. Desire to work creatively in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills and ability to balance multiple time-sensitive matters. Ability to coordinate complex projects involving different business and support groups and to assist the business in implementing solutions across the broad range of BlackRock products and services. Outstanding relationship-building skills and a consistent track record of working well as a member of a team. You should approach problems in a business-minded and practical manner and be able to communicate sophisticated concepts in an understandable way, to junior and senior colleagues across BlackRock's business teams. Our team is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, so you will be encouraged to help us continue to build a culture of inclusivity, belonging and trust. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit careers.blackrock.com | | | | LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd) : Duncan Lewis was founded in 1998. We are a large and established company employing over 550 staff delivering legal services in over 60 languages. Duncan Lewis serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our success in case results are regularly reported in the media and our staffs' accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended as leaders in the legal directories; The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm and described as a "diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". Our head office is based in Harrow-on-the-Hill, Greater London. We are the largest provider of publicly funded (Legal Aid) legal services in the country and became one of the first law firms in the UK to achieve the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark in 2009. Duncan Lewis is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27 accredited. We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. If you can demonstrate a strong commitment to the areas of law provided by the firm, and you are keen to build a career with us, please click here to apply online with your details and CV. Personal Injury Department Background Our personal injury department is highly experienced and provides specialist legal advice to help our clients achieve justice and compensation. The team is led by (partner-level) Directors who are members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) who guarantee high quality client care and dedication. Our team is experienced in providing bespoke legal advice to clients seeking assistance with a wide range of personal injury claims including: Abuse claims Bicycle claims Brain Injury claims Burns/ scalding claims Catastrophic injuries Major Trauma Post-Traumatic Stress Road Traffic Claims Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Personal Injury work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Personal Injury casesthat have been issued at court. including excellent understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and protocols Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key Skills Required 2+ years Personal Injury experience in private practice Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Membership with APIL an advantage Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators is an advantage Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of Personal Injury work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Personal Injuryrelated work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Rewards 20 days annual leave Additional Birthday leave Additional holiday accrual* 4 days paid sick leave* Practicing Certificate renewed annually The Law Society Panel Membership and Accreditation/re Accreditation/ Reaccreditation fee paid for* The Law Society registration fee for Panel membership paid for* Panel courses mandatory for the Law Society Accreditation paid for* Access to vast range of training webinars / E-Library Automatic enrolment onto the Company's pension scheme Childcare Vouchers Eye test vouchers DBS Check costs paid for Excellent progression opportunities Supportive team environment. Part time working Flexible working arrangements/ considered Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition *terms and conditions apply The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy please apply now, or you can visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Dec 04, 2021
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd) : Duncan Lewis was founded in 1998. We are a large and established company employing over 550 staff delivering legal services in over 60 languages. Duncan Lewis serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our success in case results are regularly reported in the media and our staffs' accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended as leaders in the legal directories; The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm and described as a "diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". Our head office is based in Harrow-on-the-Hill, Greater London. We are the largest provider of publicly funded (Legal Aid) legal services in the country and became one of the first law firms in the UK to achieve the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark in 2009. Duncan Lewis is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27 accredited. We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. If you can demonstrate a strong commitment to the areas of law provided by the firm, and you are keen to build a career with us, please click here to apply online with your details and CV. Personal Injury Department Background Our personal injury department is highly experienced and provides specialist legal advice to help our clients achieve justice and compensation. The team is led by (partner-level) Directors who are members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) who guarantee high quality client care and dedication. Our team is experienced in providing bespoke legal advice to clients seeking assistance with a wide range of personal injury claims including: Abuse claims Bicycle claims Brain Injury claims Burns/ scalding claims Catastrophic injuries Major Trauma Post-Traumatic Stress Road Traffic Claims Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Personal Injury work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Personal Injury casesthat have been issued at court. including excellent understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and protocols Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key Skills Required 2+ years Personal Injury experience in private practice Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Membership with APIL an advantage Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators is an advantage Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of Personal Injury work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Personal Injuryrelated work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Rewards 20 days annual leave Additional Birthday leave Additional holiday accrual* 4 days paid sick leave* Practicing Certificate renewed annually The Law Society Panel Membership and Accreditation/re Accreditation/ Reaccreditation fee paid for* The Law Society registration fee for Panel membership paid for* Panel courses mandatory for the Law Society Accreditation paid for* Access to vast range of training webinars / E-Library Automatic enrolment onto the Company's pension scheme Childcare Vouchers Eye test vouchers DBS Check costs paid for Excellent progression opportunities Supportive team environment. Part time working Flexible working arrangements/ considered Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition *terms and conditions apply The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy please apply now, or you can visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Tax We help our clients stay ahead of changes that impact their businesses, navigating complexity and risk. We deliver deep tax technical and legal expertise, while providing the critical context to make informed and compliant decisions. With clients ranging from multinational organisations and public sector bodies to entrepreneurs and family businesses, the work we do is diverse. Hear from Ed Stacey, Tax People Leader about what a career in Tax could mean for you - from development, to our culture, to what we value in our people when building our team. PwC is one of the largest professional services firms in the world. Since 1 Oct 2016 PwC's legal capabilities have been fully integrated into the rest of PwC's business as a multidisciplinary practice. Before that, PwC Legal was a PwC network firm for more than 20 years. The legal offerings provided by PwC's legal network match those provided by any traditional law firm but our operating model means that we offer a seamless multidisciplinary service combining our legal capabilities with the expertise which exists across PwC, including tax, consulting, transaction services, business recovery, sustainability & climate change, corporate finance, forensics and audit and assurance. No other law firm offers this integrated service. PwC's Legal network is the largest legal network by geography. PwC has over 3,700 lawyers in 98 countries and immigration service providers in 116 countries. PwC's Legal Banking and Finance team has been working with domestic and international borrower and lender clients for nearly 20 years. Our transactional banking lawyers are client facing, whilst also advising on matters connected to PwC's own bank facilities. Our lawyers advise clients on a large variety of real estate and development finance transactions as well as leveraged and acquisition finance deals and general, corporate and receivables finance transactions. The strength of the PwC brand as well as the size and scale of the PwC wider business means that there is a huge amount of variety in terms of the transactions our lawyers at all levels are involved in. The team work with a number of longstanding annuity clients but also have the benefit of being able to leverage the extensive client base of the wider PwC Tax, Consulting and Deals practices to give them access to an enviable number of other high profile clients. In the last 12 months, notwithstanding the Covid pandemic, the team advised on transactions with an aggregate debt size of around £4bn, showing PwC Legal's strong technical expertise and high-value deal capability. Despite the team's relatively small size currently, they regularly act on high profile, award winning transactions including on the largest lockdown private borrower new loan facility in 2020 for Lazari Investments. The team has a very strong borrower-focused practice which advises some of the largest privately-owned businesses in the UK, a number of international and domestic real estate funds, family offices, ultra-high net worth individuals, international investors and large multinationals. The team's lender-focused practice has grown year on year and they now act for a variety of credit funds and other private/alternative lenders. With the team being embedded within the wider FS Tax practice at PwC, this is an area of focus and development for the team. The team currently comprises 1 partner, 4 qualified lawyers, 3 trainees and a paralegal but has aspirations to grow substantially over the next 2-3 years to reflect their growing annuity client base and presence in the market acting for borrowers and, more recently, lenders. PwC has aspirations to continue growing its Legal offering and the growth of the Banking and Finance legal practice is a significant part of those plans, being a growth priority within PwC's tax/legal business. What we are looking for We are looking for commercial and entrepreneurial lawyers with a strong transactional banking background who are willing and able to turn their hand to a variety of transactions and who have solid real estate finance experience. The person in this role will enjoy an interesting, diverse and challenging workload. Many of our longstanding borrower and lender clients focus on real estate so a substantial amount of our lawyers' work comprises real estate finance transactions. However, with a growing focus on other transactions, previous experience of leverage and/or general finance would also be helpful as opportunities to work on those types of transactions also arise. On a day to day basis, the successful candidate(s) will; undertake the drafting and/or negotiation of the principal finance documents -including the term sheet, loan agreement, security agreements and intercreditor documentation. Depending on their seniority, they will have responsibility for the oversight of, or supporting on, transactions from term sheet phase to closing, working alongside other members of the team and liaising with clients, counterparties and other professional advisors. A large proportion of our work is carried out alongside non-lawyers in PwC such as tax and deals advisers. Not only does this give us access to projects that other law firms don't see, but it has helped our lawyers develop a deeper understanding of business issues and the commercial context for our advice. We believe that delivering projects as part of a multi-disciplinary PwC team means our lawyers have a better understanding of the wider commercial context of projects and that allows them to be general business advisors and to deliver more value to our clients. Being a small and busy team, there is a variety of work and there is the opportunity to get involved in technically challenging projects for high profile clients in a meaningful way. The successful candidate(s) will be energetic, enthusiastic and keen to embrace the challenge of turning their hand to many different types of banking transactions rather than doing similar deals time and time again. An entrepreneurial spirit and agility is a must! Each member of the team is encouraged to develop relationships with clients and with the professionals in PwC with whom we work on a daily basis. Client relationships are encouraged to be held and built at all levels so this helps individuals build their business cases for progression within the firm. Requirements Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction. 3+ years PQE (for the mid level lawyer role) and 6 years + PQE (for the senior lawyer role). A general finance banking background (or willingness to get involved in a variety of general banking matters). Strong borrower and lender side property finance experience, including development finance. Strong technical knowledge and drafting skills are essential. Familiarity with standard LMA loan documentation and principles. Ability to think outside the box and to draft bespoke documentation. Ideally the candidate will have gained experience in a city firm or large regional practice. Strong client service skills and a commercial, business focused mind-set. Commercially aware and enthusiastic about business development and driving their own career. Not the role for you? Did you know PwC offer flexible contract arrangements as well as contingent work (ie temporary or day rate contracting)? The skills we look for in future employees All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, 'The PwC Professional' and are made up of five core attributes; whole leadership, technical capabilities, business acumen, global acumen and relationships. Learn more here: The Deal We want all of our people to feel empowered to be the best that they can be, which is why we have 'The Deal'. Find out more about our firmwide Employee Value Proposition: Diversity Valuing Difference. Driving Inclusion. We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool because creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business, enabling us to solve important problems and deliver value to our clients. We encourage an inclusive culture where people can be themselves, are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. As an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we also support different ways of working offering flexible working arrangements. Learn more here about our work to support an inclusive culture.
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Tax We help our clients stay ahead of changes that impact their businesses, navigating complexity and risk. We deliver deep tax technical and legal expertise, while providing the critical context to make informed and compliant decisions. With clients ranging from multinational organisations and public sector bodies to entrepreneurs and family businesses, the work we do is diverse. Hear from Ed Stacey, Tax People Leader about what a career in Tax could mean for you - from development, to our culture, to what we value in our people when building our team. PwC is one of the largest professional services firms in the world. Since 1 Oct 2016 PwC's legal capabilities have been fully integrated into the rest of PwC's business as a multidisciplinary practice. Before that, PwC Legal was a PwC network firm for more than 20 years. The legal offerings provided by PwC's legal network match those provided by any traditional law firm but our operating model means that we offer a seamless multidisciplinary service combining our legal capabilities with the expertise which exists across PwC, including tax, consulting, transaction services, business recovery, sustainability & climate change, corporate finance, forensics and audit and assurance. No other law firm offers this integrated service. PwC's Legal network is the largest legal network by geography. PwC has over 3,700 lawyers in 98 countries and immigration service providers in 116 countries. PwC's Legal Banking and Finance team has been working with domestic and international borrower and lender clients for nearly 20 years. Our transactional banking lawyers are client facing, whilst also advising on matters connected to PwC's own bank facilities. Our lawyers advise clients on a large variety of real estate and development finance transactions as well as leveraged and acquisition finance deals and general, corporate and receivables finance transactions. The strength of the PwC brand as well as the size and scale of the PwC wider business means that there is a huge amount of variety in terms of the transactions our lawyers at all levels are involved in. The team work with a number of longstanding annuity clients but also have the benefit of being able to leverage the extensive client base of the wider PwC Tax, Consulting and Deals practices to give them access to an enviable number of other high profile clients. In the last 12 months, notwithstanding the Covid pandemic, the team advised on transactions with an aggregate debt size of around £4bn, showing PwC Legal's strong technical expertise and high-value deal capability. Despite the team's relatively small size currently, they regularly act on high profile, award winning transactions including on the largest lockdown private borrower new loan facility in 2020 for Lazari Investments. The team has a very strong borrower-focused practice which advises some of the largest privately-owned businesses in the UK, a number of international and domestic real estate funds, family offices, ultra-high net worth individuals, international investors and large multinationals. The team's lender-focused practice has grown year on year and they now act for a variety of credit funds and other private/alternative lenders. With the team being embedded within the wider FS Tax practice at PwC, this is an area of focus and development for the team. The team currently comprises 1 partner, 4 qualified lawyers, 3 trainees and a paralegal but has aspirations to grow substantially over the next 2-3 years to reflect their growing annuity client base and presence in the market acting for borrowers and, more recently, lenders. PwC has aspirations to continue growing its Legal offering and the growth of the Banking and Finance legal practice is a significant part of those plans, being a growth priority within PwC's tax/legal business. What we are looking for We are looking for commercial and entrepreneurial lawyers with a strong transactional banking background who are willing and able to turn their hand to a variety of transactions and who have solid real estate finance experience. The person in this role will enjoy an interesting, diverse and challenging workload. Many of our longstanding borrower and lender clients focus on real estate so a substantial amount of our lawyers' work comprises real estate finance transactions. However, with a growing focus on other transactions, previous experience of leverage and/or general finance would also be helpful as opportunities to work on those types of transactions also arise. On a day to day basis, the successful candidate(s) will; undertake the drafting and/or negotiation of the principal finance documents -including the term sheet, loan agreement, security agreements and intercreditor documentation. Depending on their seniority, they will have responsibility for the oversight of, or supporting on, transactions from term sheet phase to closing, working alongside other members of the team and liaising with clients, counterparties and other professional advisors. A large proportion of our work is carried out alongside non-lawyers in PwC such as tax and deals advisers. Not only does this give us access to projects that other law firms don't see, but it has helped our lawyers develop a deeper understanding of business issues and the commercial context for our advice. We believe that delivering projects as part of a multi-disciplinary PwC team means our lawyers have a better understanding of the wider commercial context of projects and that allows them to be general business advisors and to deliver more value to our clients. Being a small and busy team, there is a variety of work and there is the opportunity to get involved in technically challenging projects for high profile clients in a meaningful way. The successful candidate(s) will be energetic, enthusiastic and keen to embrace the challenge of turning their hand to many different types of banking transactions rather than doing similar deals time and time again. An entrepreneurial spirit and agility is a must! Each member of the team is encouraged to develop relationships with clients and with the professionals in PwC with whom we work on a daily basis. Client relationships are encouraged to be held and built at all levels so this helps individuals build their business cases for progression within the firm. Requirements Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction. 3+ years PQE (for the mid level lawyer role) and 6 years + PQE (for the senior lawyer role). A general finance banking background (or willingness to get involved in a variety of general banking matters). Strong borrower and lender side property finance experience, including development finance. Strong technical knowledge and drafting skills are essential. Familiarity with standard LMA loan documentation and principles. Ability to think outside the box and to draft bespoke documentation. Ideally the candidate will have gained experience in a city firm or large regional practice. Strong client service skills and a commercial, business focused mind-set. Commercially aware and enthusiastic about business development and driving their own career. Not the role for you? Did you know PwC offer flexible contract arrangements as well as contingent work (ie temporary or day rate contracting)? The skills we look for in future employees All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, 'The PwC Professional' and are made up of five core attributes; whole leadership, technical capabilities, business acumen, global acumen and relationships. Learn more here: The Deal We want all of our people to feel empowered to be the best that they can be, which is why we have 'The Deal'. Find out more about our firmwide Employee Value Proposition: Diversity Valuing Difference. Driving Inclusion. We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool because creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business, enabling us to solve important problems and deliver value to our clients. We encourage an inclusive culture where people can be themselves, are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. As an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we also support different ways of working offering flexible working arrangements. Learn more here about our work to support an inclusive culture.