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Key Responsibilities and Duties include:
Client Relations:
To provide a high-quality legal service to all Shikana Law Group clients
To develop and maintain good client relationship skills, gaining clients’ confidence and that of other professionals
Receive requests for legal advice from current and potential clients and deciding on the most
appropriate responses to make to these requests
Establishing what needs to be done to solve a client’s problems
Offering advice on the law, legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues
Attend and represent Shikana Law Group at client meetings
Draw up contracts and other legal documents
Research documents and case history to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedures
Represent clients in tribunals and in Courts where required
Supervise and manage work from associates and legal officers at Shikana Law Group
Professional Standard:
To work and behave in a professional manner and to the highest standards of the profession
Comply with procedures set out in the Office Procedures Manual (OPM), professional standards and any requirement set by the Tanganyika Law Society
Carry out duties given by the partners or employees faithfully and diligently and follow all reasonable instructions
To participate in the growth and development of the department/firm
Treat all information about the firm and its client and their business as wholly confidential
Keeping up-to-date with changes in the law
Attract additional business from new and existing clients
Record all chargeable hours
Personal Development:
To have a clear understanding of what it would take to develop a career to the next level
Support internal procedures and systems of Shikana Law Group including file/case management, time recording
To respect Partners, staff, and clients and in turn earn the respect of the department and client
Participate in team meetings
Attend internal training and external training as and when required
Keep up to date with law and practice
Read journals and attend courses as part of continuing legal education (CLE).
Maintain high standards of professional conduct while generating adequate practice income, ensuring that the fees earned sufficiently exceed total costs and expenses incurred
Fee Contribution:
Senior Associate must show at every level a track record of achieving their fee contribution and time targets and that the targets are appropriate for their position and level of qualification as specified in Shikana Law Group’s Career Structure
Technical Ability:
To be able to demonstrate that they are technically very able across a sufficiently wide area, able to work without significant supervision and have developed a particular strength and reputation in their work area.
Must be respected by others in the firm and have begun to develop a reputation in their field outside of Shikana Law Group
Strategic and Commercial Awareness:
To be strategic and commercially aware and be fully familiar with Shikana Law Group’s current strategy. Be able to have a knowledgeable discussion about the market they operate in, the threats and opportunities the department faces and the future plans for the Department and their role in those plans
Leadership and Management Responsibilities:
Proven track record of effectively delegating work to other members of Shikana Law Group and supervising the work effectively
Successfully run a project that involves other people in the firm
Is able to identify projects and use their initiative to get them up and running
Marketing, Business Development, and Pro Bono:
To be able to demonstrate that they have proactively led Shikana Law Group Business Development initiatives
Person Specification
Educated to degree level, preferably in Law and having preferably obtained a 2:1 or above although all applications will be considered
Must be a member of the Tanganyika Law Society and admitted to practice at the bar of the United Republic of Tanzania for at least 5 years and above, Practice certificate in Zanzibar will be added advantage.
Evidence of interest in, and commitment to, the success of the firm
Relevant experience within a professional services firm
Understanding of and commitment to Shikana Law Group values and ethics which can be seen at www.shikanalawgroup.com
Excellent communication both written and verbal – the role involves liaison with internal and external people at a senior level
A self-starter, able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation, but also work closely with other team members and displaying trust and loyalty
Ability to manage assigned tasks in an assertive, efficient and timely manner
Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism in all dealings. Able to deal sympathetically and appropriately with clients and to show empathy with them
Excellent leadership and Management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Must be able to multitask and keep calm under pressure
The flexibility to work outside normal office hours as may be required from time-to-time
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and Motivation letter to info@shikanalawgroup.comDeadline is November 1, 2018.Only the shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the interview.
Client Relations:
To provide a high-quality legal service to all Shikana Law Group clients
To develop and maintain good client relationship skills, gaining clients’ confidence and that of other professionals
Receive requests for legal advice from current and potential clients and deciding on the most
appropriate responses to make to these requests
Establishing what needs to be done to solve a client’s problems
Offering advice on the law, legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues
Attend and represent Shikana Law Group at client meetings
Draw up contracts and other legal documents
Research documents and case history to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedures
Represent clients in tribunals and in Courts where required
Supervise and manage work from associates and legal officers at Shikana Law Group
Professional Standard:
To work and behave in a professional manner and to the highest standards of the profession
Comply with procedures set out in the Office Procedures Manual (OPM), professional standards and any requirement set by the Tanganyika Law Society
Carry out duties given by the partners or employees faithfully and diligently and follow all reasonable instructions
To participate in the growth and development of the department/firm
Treat all information about the firm and its client and their business as wholly confidential
Keeping up-to-date with changes in the law
Attract additional business from new and existing clients
Record all chargeable hours
Personal Development:
To have a clear understanding of what it would take to develop a career to the next level
Support internal procedures and systems of Shikana Law Group including file/case management, time recording
To respect Partners, staff, and clients and in turn earn the respect of the department and client
Participate in team meetings
Attend internal training and external training as and when required
Keep up to date with law and practice
Read journals and attend courses as part of continuing legal education (CLE).
Maintain high standards of professional conduct while generating adequate practice income, ensuring that the fees earned sufficiently exceed total costs and expenses incurred
Fee Contribution:
Senior Associate must show at every level a track record of achieving their fee contribution and time targets and that the targets are appropriate for their position and level of qualification as specified in Shikana Law Group’s Career Structure
Technical Ability:
To be able to demonstrate that they are technically very able across a sufficiently wide area, able to work without significant supervision and have developed a particular strength and reputation in their work area.
Must be respected by others in the firm and have begun to develop a reputation in their field outside of Shikana Law Group
Strategic and Commercial Awareness:
To be strategic and commercially aware and be fully familiar with Shikana Law Group’s current strategy. Be able to have a knowledgeable discussion about the market they operate in, the threats and opportunities the department faces and the future plans for the Department and their role in those plans
Leadership and Management Responsibilities:
Proven track record of effectively delegating work to other members of Shikana Law Group and supervising the work effectively
Successfully run a project that involves other people in the firm
Is able to identify projects and use their initiative to get them up and running
Marketing, Business Development, and Pro Bono:
To be able to demonstrate that they have proactively led Shikana Law Group Business Development initiatives
Person Specification
Educated to degree level, preferably in Law and having preferably obtained a 2:1 or above although all applications will be considered
Must be a member of the Tanganyika Law Society and admitted to practice at the bar of the United Republic of Tanzania for at least 5 years and above, Practice certificate in Zanzibar will be added advantage.
Evidence of interest in, and commitment to, the success of the firm
Relevant experience within a professional services firm
Understanding of and commitment to Shikana Law Group values and ethics which can be seen at www.shikanalawgroup.com
Excellent communication both written and verbal – the role involves liaison with internal and external people at a senior level
A self-starter, able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation, but also work closely with other team members and displaying trust and loyalty
Ability to manage assigned tasks in an assertive, efficient and timely manner
Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism in all dealings. Able to deal sympathetically and appropriately with clients and to show empathy with them
Excellent leadership and Management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Must be able to multitask and keep calm under pressure
The flexibility to work outside normal office hours as may be required from time-to-time
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and Motivation letter to info@shikanalawgroup.comDeadline is November 1, 2018.Only the shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the interview.