Associate
We are recruiting for an Associate for the Commercial Litigation team of an established Manchester based firm.
Duties will include but not be limited to,
- Managing a caseload
- Communicate in writing and by telephone with debtors, solicitors, courts and all other interested parties
- Drafting documents
- Negotiating with the other side
- Undertake appropriate additional tasks provided by the Team Leader
- 1400 chargeable hours and 600 investment hours per annum
- Client liaison in writing and over the telephone
- Business development
- Instructing Counsel and experts
- Preparation of reports to clients
- Achieve KPIs set for members of the team and the BSG
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience of managing a caseload within Commercial Litigation
- Ability to plan and prioritise work appropriately so that deadlines are met
- Demonstrates an understanding of clients’ needs/expectations
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- The ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Adheres to guidelines and procedures
For more information on this role, please contact [email protected]