Associate Solicitor

At Ascent we place the customer at the heart of our operations, ensuring that within our customers most vulnerable times, we offer the support they deserve. We work with other large financial service companies to support individuals during uncertain times.We live by our five core values:Be pioneeringBe approachable and caringBe tenaciousBe efficientShow integrityWhat we offer youA competitive pension scheme for our colleaguesDiscounted gym membership with some of our healthcare providersHealth cash plan that allows you claim cash back on everyday treatments25 days holiday (this increases with length of service) plus a buy back holiday schemeDiscounts and savings on products & services to support your day-to-day livingLife assurance coverProfessional membership subscriptionsHybrid working model (Following initial Training period*)24/7 digital GP service with our healthcare providerOur discretionary bonus scheme that recognizes individual and team performance across the businessWhat will your day look like?To undertake work as necessary and directed on client matters providing quality legal advice and other legal services to the firm’s clients.Key responsibilities as an Associate Solicitor would be:To take initial instructions from clients and to advise on the legal action and all alternatives, as appropriate, open to the client.To keep the client informed as required by the firm's and department's set up procedures.To run the files allocated in accordance with the firm's and department's set procedures.To meet all cost/fee targets where set.To keep abreast of changes in legal practice within the post holder's area of specialism, disseminating this information as appropriate, ensuring the Firm's legal advice reflects best practice and any new market opportunities are developed.Actively support practice development and cross-selling.Assisting in and collaborating on practice development activities with colleagues in other teams and Group Services where needed.Our Candidate RequirementsEssentialCurrent Practising CertificateKnowledge of the Scottish law and legal SystemGiving expert and authoritative legal advice in specialist areaResearching of legal & other topics/issues to maintain expertiseAnalysis of legal problems, providing interpretation and making recommendationsLeading and participating in practice developmentDrafting of legal documentationFull control and conduct of a number of cases/deals including complex mattersEmerging reputation for expertise in field/area of specialismWorks well in both a team and on their ownComputer literate in all Microsoft Office programsDesirableExperience of working for financial services’ businesses in a legal environment.Further InformationAs part of the Ascent on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the Irwin Mitchell Group employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Irwin Mitchell Group, existing employees, clients, partners and other stakeholders*Training will be conducted in our Manchester office and the cost of travel will be covered by our business. Following successful completion of training, you will be then be considered for our Hybrid working model.