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About the Role
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm committed to helping clients achieve their goals through exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence. This role is part of a multi-disciplinary global disputes team, recognized as a 'Dispute resolution powerhouse'.
Responsibilities
- Work on a range of contentious matters such as commercial litigation and competition litigation, including large class actions, across sectors like tech, energy, defence, and aviation.
- Manage work to support optimal utilization, assist senior lawyers, act as lead lawyer where appropriate, delegate and provide feedback to juniors, and communicate progress.
- Consult and offer solutions on difficult technical client issues.
- Manage the billing process as appropriate.
- Manage, develop, and strengthen client relationships by anticipating needs and expectations.
- Provide prompt responses and updates on progress to clients.
- Support the firm and colleagues by establishing effective relationships across the global network.
- Uphold the firm’s values and contribute to firm initiatives like corporate social responsibility and diversity and inclusion activities.
- Mentor and support junior staff.
- Raise the firm's profile by engaging with external bodies and attending marketing/industry events.
- Assist with internal training and preparation of legal precedents.
- Comply with risk requirements, firm policies, and all relevant professional responsibilities and legislation.
- Contribute to billing, engagement, and client acceptance processes.
Requirements
- Qualified legal practitioner in a common law jurisdiction.
- Between one to three years' of legal experience in dispute resolution (candidates with more or less experience will be considered).
- Strong legal skills, including drafting, negotiation, and project management.
- Foundation level people management and business development skills.
- Good understanding of law firm profitability and key drivers for financial efficiency.
- Ability to help manage costs and budgets.
Skills
- Drafting
- Negotiation
- Project management
- People management
- Business development
- Cost management
- Budget management
Location
- London
Work Type
- Full time
- Permanent Contract
Experience Level
- 1-3 years
Education Level
- Qualified legal practitioner in a common law jurisdiction
About the Company
- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm with an extensive and committed footprint across the world’s largest markets, key financial centres, and major growth hubs.
- The firm specializes in complex litigation, regulatory work, and public and private market transactions, with recognized leadership in energy, infrastructure, and resources sectors.
- The firm is committed to supporting the growth of its people.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives.
- This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.