Job Description
General information:
The Finance Division currently comprises of 15 partners, 39 assistants, 14 trainees and 1 paralegal but is currently expanding. The Finance Division covers a full range of non-contentious lending and securities work. The division handles all varieties of secured and unsecured debt financing (on both the banking and debt capital markets), including asset financing, project finance, finance leasing, swaps and other derivatives, bank regulation and consumer credit. The division also covers project finance, securitisation work and some non-financing projects work.
There are opportunities for candidates who wish to specialise in capital markets, securitisation and derivatives work.
We are seeking to recruit people who will bring new skills, or add to the skills of the group and provide excellent levels of service to our existing clients. We are recruiting to service a growing practice, not to replace departing staff.
The role:
We would usually require:
2.1 degree (generally) from a highly respected University, 2.2 when given exceptional circumstances
solicitors examinations passed first time.
excellent 'A' Level (or equivalent) grades.
We will always expect to see 'A' Level grades, subjects and dates on a candidate's CV.
For foreign lawyers an academic transcript will always be required.
Experience required:
Evidence of practice in a relevant area of work.
Depending upon level of experience, assistants usually work in small teams under the supervision of a Partner. Candidates will need to display an ability to take responsibility, to have excellent interpersonal skills and be team players. It is vital that they are able to communicate with individuals at all levels within the firm, and to maintain sound client relationships.
Personality is also important within the role, and candidates will need to show evidence of having something to add to the department.
Benefits:
Profit Sharing Scheme
PPP Health Care Cover
Life Assurance Cover
Personal Accident Insurance
Permanent Health Insurance
Contributory Group Pension Plan
Season Ticket Loan
Staff Restaurant
Subsidised corporate membership of Holmes Place Gymnasium
27 days holiday
Qualifications/Skills Required
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