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Counsel, international trusts and private clients

Guernsey
Compliance director
Posted: 19 April
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You will be responsible for advising high net worth families, trust companies and family offices on the establishment, management and restructuring of offshore asset holding structures, as well as wider estate and succession planning. The position involves working across multiple jurisdictions to support private wealth objectives, provide guidance on trusts, foundations and related structures, and ensure effective governance for families and trustees over successive generations. About the role Obtain clear instructions from clients, analyse points of law, provide expert legal advice and prepare relevant documentation or advice, where appropriate, for Partner review. Review and provide comments on documentation provided by third parties using thorough working knowledge of relevant legal principles, laws and regulations. Effectively manage own matters and provide assistance to Associates and other junior fee earners involved in such matters, regularly reviewing their progress and addressing issues. Develop the team by building strong relationships, engaging in high quality supervision and embedding a positive team ethos by leading by example. Share expertise to develop the competence of individuals within the team and to build the overall technical and professional capability of the firm globally. Proactively promote and build the practice by utilising existing network connections, taking a lead role in presenting proposals to clients and/or intermediaries, looking for creative opportunities to build business, and engaging in internal and external networking opportunities. Assist the relevant Partner with the management of department Associates, Paralegals and secretarial staff, including the effective delegation of work and resources. Demonstrate effective leadership skills, working with the practice leader to communicate a clear vision and manage change initiatives, where appropriate. About you Hold a Solicitor or Barrister qualification, preferably gained within a common law jurisdiction Ideally a minimum of seven years' post qualification experience within a relevant practice including some offshore experience STEP qualified Effective organisation, business building, communication and presentation skills Ability to work under pressure, often within tight deadlines Excellent grasp of the importance of commercially focussed matter management and financial performance A proactive approach to the working environment and the willingness to develop existing skills and update legal knowledge by way of additional training

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