Trowers & Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 180 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Far East, our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw, which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.
We've always been proud of our natural commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a responsible and sustainable way, guided by the principles of ESG.
The Office
Established in 1984 and located in the heart of the City, our Exeter office has evolved into a full-service law firm and the first point of call for many corporate and individual clients in the South West and beyond. Our Exeter office is home to a team of 146 staff, led by 22 partners. Our locally based lawyers have a deep understanding of what matters to clients in the South West.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our team here in Exeter. This is a rare opportunity for someone to come in and build the Commercial offering in Exeter with the full support of a large national Commercial team based in all our other UK offices. You will be joining an already outstanding national Commercial team of 20 including 6 partners and working with them to grow the department further.
Working as part of a high-performing national Commercial team, you will advise clients (a number of which are household names) operating in a variety of sectors on a diverse range of commercial matters. The role will include a range of key activities to include providing a first-class service to clients, proactive marketing/profile raising, exceptional client and team/office management. Specifically:
* Drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply agreements, Ts&Cs, distribution agreements, franchise agreements, collaboration/partnership agreements, joint venture agreements, and outsourcing arrangements.
* Advising on ad hoc day-to-day commercial queries from our varied client base;
* Supporting General Counsel on business critical projects;
* An understanding of GDPR helpful but not essential;
* Initiating, building and maintaining effective client relationships;
* Ensuring files are managed in compliance with Lexcel procedures;
* Co-managing quarterly check-ins; attending periodic meetings of the International Corporate and Partner Groups to discuss strategy, marketing and coordinating inter-office team support.
* Pro-active participation in department and firm-wide marketing initiatives.
What you will need
* Qualified solicitor or equivalent with 6 years' PQE in advising on commercial matters;
* Excellent technical skills and innovative approach to their application;
* Proven ability to take on responsibility, manage and progress matters independently where appropriate;
* Strong client focus and service delivery;
* Drive and enthusiasm;
* Commercial awareness;
* Aptitude for and proven business development experience;
* Substantial client management experience;
* Ability to work to deadlines;
* Methodical, disciplined and organised;
* Team player;
* Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach;
* Ability to manage files independently;
* Credibility and profile;
* Experience gained for a leading/notable international/UK Commercial practice;
Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.
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