Commercial Solicitor Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Commercial Solicitor to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Providing legal advice and assistance to clients;
- Keeping up to date with changes and developments in the law;
- Meeting financial targets;
- Maintaining a professional standard;
- To take part in pro-bono work;
- Carrying out risk assessments on all files and notifying compliance of any risks to the firm;
- Assisting with training and business development;
- Keeping up to date with compliance procedures and policies;
- Provide support as required to others in the business;
- To act in the best interest of the firm at all times;
- To act in accordance with reasonable instructions given by senior managers at all times;
- To enforce the firm policies;
- To promote the core values of the firm;
- To adhere to the group policies at all times;
- Advising on technology contracts such as system builds and software licensing as well as outsourcing projects.
Requirements:
- Committed and dedicated;
- A professional approach to work, integrity and a respect for confidentiality;
- Ability to plan work and prioritise tasks;
- Analytical and problem-solving skills;
- A passion for Law;
- 5+ years’ experience;
- Stamina and resilience;
- Numeracy and IT skills;
- Interpersonal skills, to work as part of a team or with other people and organisations;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
- Accuracy and attention to detail.