Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Senior Associate, International Arbitration

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Key responsibilities
- Assist and, where appropriate, lead on international arbitrations
- Manage work to support optimal utilisation; assist senior lawyers as required, acting as lead lawyer, where appropriate; delegate and provide feedback to juniors and communicate progress on tasks to supervisor and team members, consulting and offering solutions on difficult technical client issues; and manage the billing process as appropriate.
- Support partners and senior associates in performing advocacy at hearings while developing own advocacy skills
- Manage, develop and strengthen client relationships through anticipating client needs and expectations; and provide prompt responses and updates on progress.
- Support the firm and others - establish effective relationships with individuals and groups, across the global network; uphold the firm's values; contribute to the firm's initiatives (e.g. corporate social responsibility and diversity and inclusion activities); mentor and support juniors; raise profile by being involved with external bodies and supporting and attending marketing/industry events; and assist with internal training and preparation of legal precedents.
- Comply with risk requirements, firm policies and all relevant professional responsibilities and legislation and contribute to billing, engagement and client acceptance processes.
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Qualifications, skills and experience
- We would anticipate the successful candidate to have 6+ years of post-qualification experience.
- Some experience in international arbitration matters / international mindset.
- Strong legal skills, including drafting, analysis and case management skills; good team player.
- Good understanding of law firm profitability and key drivers for financial efficiency; and ability to help manage costs and budgets.


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