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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified lawyer with top academics, strong employment background, business development interest, and be a collaborative team player.
  • You will draft legal documents, negotiate with clients, mentor trainees, engage in business development, manage finances, and build client relationships with a focus on their needs.

Requirements

  • Intellectually capable, with top class academics
  • Qualified lawyer (including those newly qualified)
  • A strong technical and transactional background, with the ability to apply this to the needs of the firm’s clients
  • Previous experience gained within a firm noted for its employment expertise is essential
  • A willingness to be actively involved in business development activity
  • A positive role model and team player, who will actively share knowledge and contribute to the development of the practice

Responsibilities

  • Draft complex legal documents succinctly
  • Negotiate issues or points alone or alongside senior associates, counsel and/or partners
  • Take full responsibility for work and delegate, manage and mentor trainees and utilise the resources of the Legal Services Centre where appropriate
  • Participate at seminars/training with clients and other associates and work with other lawyers and professionals to drive business development initiatives
  • Establish profile and relationships with clients by displaying a good understanding of the clients’ current business and future objectives, and provide commercially orientated advice
  • Maintain a structured and timely approach to financial management including regular review of work in progress, billing and unpaid bills

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Employment and Incentives Associate role?

The primary focus of the role is to advise on both contentious and non-contentious employment, pensions, and incentives law, including litigation, investigations, and advisory work related to mergers and acquisitions.

Is previous experience in employment law required for this position?

Yes, previous experience gained within a firm known for its employment expertise is essential.

What kind of work will the associate be involved in?

The associate will be involved in drafting complex legal documents, negotiating points alongside senior associates and partners, managing and mentoring trainees, and advising on various employment and incentive matters.

Will the associate have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the role offers the chance to gain broad experience and learn from an experienced team, as well as participate in seminars and client training.

Is a willingness to engage in business development activities important for this role?

Yes, there is a requirement for the associate to be actively involved in business development initiatives.

What qualities are sought after in candidates for this position?

Candidates should be intellectually capable, have a strong technical background, demonstrate a commitment to client service, and be positive role models and team players.

What are the expected competencies for the role?

Expected competencies include strong technical skills, the ability to build client relationships, project management capabilities, and a proactive approach to business development.

Are newly qualified lawyers eligible to apply for this position?

Yes, newly qualified lawyers are welcome to apply.

What is the culture like within the People and Reward department?

The culture is supportive and collaborative, emphasizing respect, open communication, and teamwork among colleagues.

Will the associate have responsibilities related to financial management?

Yes, the associate is expected to maintain a structured and timely approach to financial management, including regular reviews of work in progress and billing.

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Law
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1743
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a global law firm with a long-standing track record of successfully supporting the world's leading national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments on ground-breaking and business-critical mandates. Our 2,800-plus lawyers deliver results worldwide through our own offices and alongside leading national firms. Our commitment and business know-how mean our clients rely on us when it matters most. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has offices in Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, China, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, the United States of America and Vietnam.