Permanent - Full Time Location
London Job Role
Business - Corporate
About Withersworldwide A law firm focused on people and collaboration. For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world's most remarkable people and organisations at defining moments in their lives. We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. The Role Withers tech is looking to add an Associate to its growing corporate and venture capital team, who will be involved with core venture capital work, as well as be given the opportunity to support the wider corporate team within the firm. As an Associate in the team, you would work on all aspects of corporate and venture capital work relevant to IP-rich, high-growth technology and life sciences companies, overseeing and developing other members of the team. The Withers tech corporate and venture capital team advises clients at all stages of a company's life-cycle from early investment to exit. With this role, you will act for a range of clients, from entrepreneurs embarking on their first company to seasoned and serial founders and investors in the venture capital community. The role will also provide you the opportunity to drive forward a particular sector or area that is your passion within our expanding global practice. Withers tech is looking for an ambitious lawyer eager to specialise in this key and increasingly central sector of the economy. Key skills and experience 2 years post qualification experience Excellent academics and the benefit of a broad training in a well-regarded Corporate department Excellent written and verbal communication skills Effective team player - able to work effectively in an established, close-knit team An enthusiastic and engaged attitude with excellent people skills and a good, clear communication style A willingness to take responsibility and ability to form strong working relationships across all areas of the practice Excellent technical ability and solid drafting skills Ability to communicate and handle client contact (both internal and external) from the outset A commercial and pragmatic outlook Familiarity with technology preferred The Essentials Working hours: 9.30am – 5.30pm but flexibility is a must A minimum of 2-3 days per week on average in the office Flexible benefits package For further information, please contact the Recruitment Team.
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