Senior Associate

Collas Crill has an opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our Corporate, Finance, Funds and Regulatory team in the Britih Virgin Islands. The successful candidate will advise clients competently and confidently on the technical aspects of a wide range of corporate and commercial matters including banking & finance and funds.There are excellent advancement opportunities with partner track available for the right candidate.Collas Crill is not the biggest firm, but our aim is to be the best. Best for clients, best for staff and best for the communities in which we operate. And we don't just want to be a great law firm, we want to be a great firm by any standards. We encourage and support our people to get involved with charity work, community events and letting their hair down, because whilst we know there's more to life than work, we also know that achieving a good balance benefits everyone: our clients, our communities, our staff and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvise clients competently and confidently on the technical aspects of a wide range of transactional matters: corporate, regulatory, banking and finance;Draft and implement instructions with accuracy;Be assertive and creative when developing or finding solutions to problems and methods of working;Add value through innovative ideas and approaches and provide solutions which are pragmatic;Be proactive and commercial in managing clients' requirements and expectations;Able to manage complex cross-jurisdictional transactions, working with colleagues in our other offices;Able to adapt working style to team approach as well as independent matter management;Effectively monitor WIP and billings against cost estimates and agreed budgets and billing arrangements;Contribute to the development of Know How and precedents when drafting documents;Build and maintain relationships with clients, demonstrating your capability as a networker, to help retain and attract more clients and work into the practice area and firm;Contribute to the development of the profile of the Corporate, Finance, Funds and Regulatory team by writing articles or transaction summaries;Demonstrate your understanding of the Corporate, Finance, Funds and Regulatory team's objectives, and get involved in key initiatives.Business DevelopmentActively contribute to the development of clients and contacts for the whole firm.Recognise and exploit cross-selling opportunities;Participate effectively as a member of the team involved in winning business;Play an active role in the firm's CSR initiatives and encourage those within the team to get involved;Collaborate with business assistants and business support teams, effectively communicating timescales and requirements;Actively promote the firm's public profile.Training, Supervision and DevelopmentSupport the team in the management and training of junior fee earners, motivating them through recognition, praise and mentoring;Help create a participative and productive work environment;Participate in the firm's internal and external training programmes;Constantly look for ways to develop own skills and knowledge.Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseQualified Solicitor with at least 5 years' experience in financial services law gained in private practice.Candidates with experience and proficiency in investment funds matters and digital assets are preferred.Excellent organisation and time management skillsExcellent drafting skills and attention to detailGood communicator at all levels, with strong interpersonal skillsService focussed with excellent client facing skillsSound legal technical skills.Applications from candidates with BVI Belonger status will be preferred.Why join Collas Crill?Everyone at Collas Crill has the opportunity to develop their skills through quality work opportunities, supported by professional training delivered in-house or by external providers, mentoring and support.We want you to develop and share your ideas. This ensures that we foster an innovative and collaborative working environment that deliver constructive and realistic solutions to our clients.Collas Crill is a flexible company, encouraging staff to develop their careers in the way that suits them best. We are proud to offer flexible working with excellent technology to support remote and working as part of the role.