An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate in the Banking & Finance department of a prominent law firm based in Sandton.
- Drafting, reviewing and amending documentation
- Providing strategic guidance to clients through strong market awareness and an understanding of key objectives
- Managing client expectations, deadlines and project delivery appropriately
- Collaborating across teams, departments and jurisdictions in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment
- Leadership and supervision of junior team members (as appropriate)
- Recognising opportunities for business development, assistance with and implementation of group and firm-wide business development strategies
- Proactive engagement with clients both on and off deal with a view towards building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Assisting with billing activities and timely invoicing
- provide transactional / banking and finance advice and assistance to the stakeholders involved;
- advise on legal and limited regulatory requirements;
- conduct legal due diligence on behalf of the firm;
- manage and implement the firm’s internal policies and procedures;
- provide continuous leadership, supervision, training and development of staff
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Admitted Attorney
- At least one year in a Banking and Finance department in law practice post admittance
- Outstanding academic credentials
- Resilient self-starter with the intellectual curiosity and versatility to continuously acquire, build upon and share knowledge
- Evidence of a keen interest in and knowledge of the legal framework surrounding general financing transactions
- Highly motivated team player with excellent organisational skills
- Clear and concise verbal and written communicator with outstanding interpersonal skills and a good eye for detail
- Entrepreneurial drive
- An interest in commerce/business
- Clear understanding of law firm economics and an understanding of the firm’s strategic priorities
- A person of sound judgement and core values, able to establish a high level of credibility
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