Commercial Distribution Associate Jobs in London, London (Eversheds LLP )

Job Title	Commercial Distribution Associate
Experience	No Experience
Description	Eversheds LLP Principal Associate in Commercial Dispute Resolution, - Ref:1266463 Click here to go back to search results Apply Now Practice group/Business service team: Litigation & Dispute Mgmt Type of Vacancy: Permanent Full time/Part time: Full-Time Contract/Part time details: Location: London About Eversheds Eversheds is not your average law firm and we're not looking for average people. We do things differently - in the way we treat our people and the service we provide. That's how we've become one of the largest law firms in the world and a great place to work and develop your career. Recognised by The Lawyer magazine as part of the "Litigation Elite", Eversheds' team of experts acts for major clients throughout the world. Our people regularly deal with large-scale matters involving multiple jurisdictions for multi-nationals through our award winning and groundbreaking approach to project management. We are lawyers who think strategically as well as legally, and provide our dispute managers with the resources they need to use their skills to the fullest. Eversheds' regulatory lawyers are renowned for handling high-value, complex, cross border disputes and litigation across a wide range of sectors. Using our award winning RAPID Resolution approach, we give clients with greater control of their resources and reduced levels of risk. A team of dynamic and forward-thinking lawyers, we are focused on combining legal expertise and commercial problem solving to provide major clients with the guidance they need. The Commercial Dispute Resolution team is at the heart of Eversheds dispute management capability. The group advises on a broad spectrum of commercial activity - i.e. commercial disputes ranging from post acquisition warranty claims to a simple failure to supply goods and services as agreed. We are looking for two Principal Associates to join the Commercial Dispute Resolution (CDR) team in London, working across both International Arbitration and Commercial Litigation. Key responsibilities: The team has ambitious growth targets and needs an individual to join the team and help make this happen. You will be the "go to " person within the team at Principal Associate level, helping to manage and coach others and will be seen as the senior person next to the Partner. You will be responsible for existing large accounts and clients as well as developing and generating your own work. You will work on the full range of disputes which you will either lead on or be a key support to the Partner in. You will also look after financial management for the team and will have an important part to play in your liaison with our international offices. Skills and experience: You will have worked for a recognised City litigation practice with good general experience of commercial litigation. In addition, you will be used to playing the Lead Associate role on complex high value litigation and can step into the partners' shoes when required. Evidence of plenty of direct exposure to clients / counsel / experts will be required. Experience of mediation and arbitration as well as High Court litigation is essential and some evidence of exposure to international disputes will be expected. Some exposure to business development activities and a good understanding of how to win work is expected. Key competencies: To be successful, you must be able to operate at a fast pace in a vibrant open plan environment. You will use your strong communication skills to build effective relationships with existing and new clients, introducing clients to other teams or practice groups. You will drive business development with minimal supervision and contribute to marketing events/activities. We are looking for people with a 'can do' approach, who go the extra mile. Someone who strives to understand their client's needs and brings commercial awareness to the table. A team player, you will support and coach junior colleagues and invest time in other aspects of the business, i.e., training, recruitment, secondment, corporate responsibility activities, etc. In addition to the above, Eversheds also require awareness and full participation in the Firm's commitment to equality and diversity, the environment and health and safety. Eversheds endeavours to recruit and fill vacancies directly. However, when we do need to engage with agencies, Eversheds operates within a preferred supplier list. Salary range: Competitive
City	London
State	London
Practice Area	Commercial
Source	Click Here To Apply Online
Firm Name	Eversheds LLP
Country	United Kingdom