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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Senior Associate, International Arbitration

City of London
Posted about 15 hours ago
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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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Takes initiative, embraces challenge and brings energy and drive to their work

Technical capability
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Collaborates with others
Works as a team player, learns from and supports others

Plans and delivers outcomes
Operates as an effective legal project manager

Enhances the client experience
Builds relationships and provides good client service

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Skills

International Arbitration
Legal Drafting
Case Management
Advocacy
Client Relationship Management
Legal Analysis
Project Management
Financial Efficiency
Budget Management
Mentoring
Risk Compliance

Location

City of London, England, United Kingdom

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