We are seeking an experienced England and Wales qualified advocate who is seeking a Barrister opportunity. Ideally, we are looking for individuals with 2+ years' PQE to provide technically sound legal advice on a range of issues, whilst building and maintaining productive relationships with clients and intermediaries. - Support senior fee earners by providing technically sound legal advice directly to clients with appropriate supervision
Deliver chargeable hour's budget
Manage 'work in progress and debt' in accordance with business standards
Contribute to producing fee estimates and quotations
Ensure clients are fully informed as to the fees and disbursements that will be incurred on each matter and provide updates as required
Understand the full range of services offered by Ogier and seek opportunities to develop new client work
Deliver excellent client service at all times
Coach and develop, in conjunction with seniors, the development of juniors
Excellent academic background, including 2:1 at degree, plus Commendation/Distinction at LPC (or equivalent)
Experience from a relevant law firm environment, ideally within a Magic/Silver Circle firm (or equivalent)
Excellent drafting and written communication skills
Build commercial awareness and share knowledge and relevant new information with your immediate team in know how sessions
Keep up to date with technology and business tools relevant to the role
Be proactive in ensuring all financial matters are timely and up to date
Begin to develop negotiating skills with client when producing fee estimates and quotations
Ability to spot, identify and follow through business development opportunities
Build productive and strong relationships both internally and externally
Ability to delegate appropriate tasks to juniors
Assist with the coaching of bursary students and summer interns as and when appropriate
Promote team work and develop strong relationships with immediate team members