Overview
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Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800+ people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions and governments. What sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients.
The Opportunity
Ashurst combines the benefits of a leading Restructuring and Special Situations Group practice with a supportive and collegiate environment. Consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers, our team operates at the forefront of the restructuring and insolvency market, providing clients with unrivalled market knowledge gained from our deep industry experience.
We are seeking a junior - mid level lawyer to assist with these complex restructuring matters. Prior restructuring experience is not required, however you should have worked on top tier technical and sophisticated banking transactions and have a desire to build your career in restructuring. Ashurst has a proven track record in developing its lawyers and the vacancy represents an outstanding opportunity for a team-player with an impressive commercial approach, who is keen to build on their technical skills in this area.
A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found attached to the role on our careers page.
Responsibilities
* Assist with complex restructuring matters within the Restructuring & Insolvency group.
* Collaborate with teams on top-tier, technical banking transactions and other corporate matters.
* Contribute to client service with a commercial approach and strong analytical skills.
Qualifications
* 2 - 4 years' restructuring and insolvency advisory experience gained within a top-tier firm or by a combination of top-tier and in-house.
* Prior restructuring experience is not required or expected, however you should have worked on technical and sophisticated corporate/banking transactions and have a desire to build your career in restructuring.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Solid drafting ability.
* A commercial approach and an ability to articulate and negotiate effectively.
* Strong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills.
* The ability to be team-focused and also work independently.
Benefits & Inclusion
* Flexible work options.
* Market leading parental leave of 26 weeks paid leave irrespective of gender.
* Health and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plans.
* Genuine opportunities to grow your career through secondments or global opportunities.
* Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including tailored professional development, coaching, mentoring and study support for further education.
* Commitment to social impact with volunteering and pro-bono opportunities, as well as social inclusion and mobility programs.
* Aiming to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly to Ashurst. We prefer to talk with you personally and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies. For more information or to request adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact: globalresourcing@ashurst.com for a confidential conversation.
We value diverse perspectives at Ashurst, so even if you don't feel you meet all of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply.
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