Junior Associate - Banking & Finance Practice

Junior Associate – Banking & Finance Practice

Job Description

Join our team and be part of a flexible and diverse leading law firm. We are driven by the belief that, to perform, people need support, challenge, and space to collaborate. By combining those values with an ambitious outlook, we can give you the opportunity to thrive.

THE ROLE

This position calls for a junior lawyer within firm the Banking & Finance practice. We require a smart and motivated lawyer, who is willing to learn and to work within a team.

Responsibility

To work on financing transaction or regulatory advice under the supervision of senior lawyers, this includes without limitation to draft or review d finance documents and related documentation (including corporate/organisational documents) and to prepare legal advice;
Prepare standard corporate due diligence report;
To maintain effective working relationships internally and externally;
To develop and nurture an interest in the area of practice through legal write-ups and other knowledge sharing initiatives of the firm;
To assist with administrative tasks relating to the clients matters (KYC checks, filings, billing etc);
To manage own time efficiently, delivering work on time according to requirements and show ability to juggle competing priorities;
Ability to deliver work according to the firm’s standards;
Speak effectively, in conversing and presenting with clarity in plain English and French;
Act with integrity, honesty and transparency at all times in accordance with firm’s values and standards;
Foster a pleasant work environment by engaging in a positive and respectful manner;

Requirements

You should

At minimum, hold an LLB degree from a recognised Institution;
A previous working experience in a law firm and in the banking & finance sector would be a plus;
Enjoy working a fast-paced environment;
Show an understanding of the financial markets and legal systems;
Have proactive attitude;
Have a strong commitment to form part of a team and to grow professionally;
Be able to deliver high quality standard of work;

COMPETENCIES

Legal Technical skills

Have a strong knowledge of commercial and corporate law (including but not limited to Companies Act and Code Civil);
Show an understanding of commercial transactions and industry knowledge.

To apply for the position send both your motivational letter and CV on careers@blc.mu by 18 October 2024.