US Law Firm in London Seeks E-Disclosure Manager

We have an excellent opportunity for an e-Discovery Manager to join a small and collegiate Litigation Support Team in London. You will act as an intermediary between the fee earners and the IT Department to provide litigation support to the litigation team on litigation matters from instruction through to court hearings. 

The Role

The e-Disclosure Manager role involves project management and analysis, initially assessing the details of the evidence the lawyers need to review and working out which review platform is right for the matter and if machine learning can be used to reduce the data to a more manageable level.

Day to day you will have responsibility for all evidence in the matter, whether it be emails, hard-drives, or hardcopy, you will ensure it is handled in line with GDPR and take responsibility for converting it to a readable format to be uploaded into Relativity.

During the e-Disclosure phase you will prepare review batches and formulate searches and provide training to the team on Relativity and how to perform the document review and tag documents for relevance and privilege. 

Alongside the day to day work you will also work closely with the Litigation Support Manager to supervise junior members of the team, create and maintain written resources and training materials relating to electronic disclosure, assist with audits if workspaces and user log-ins and liaise with external vendors and providers.

The Requirements

As this role requires technical knowledge to be explained to the lawyers, and legal work being explained to the IT team the firm is flexible to the successful E-Disclosure Manager coming from either a legal or computer science/digital forensics background.

Ideally you will also have the Relativity Certified Administrator certification and a Nuix Workstation Data Discovery certification. Being a certified eDiscovery specialist will also be desirable as would a project management qualification (PRINCE2 etc)

Ideally you will have experience of working in-house in a law firm as a Litigation Support Analyst/E-Disclosure Manager/eDiscovery Analyst, but applications will be considered from those at a third party vendor seeking to move in-house.

The Progression

As a firm they support individuals learning and development and will sponsor relevant courses and qualifications. It is likely this team will grow in the future and as a firm they like to promote from within so there are great prospects for progression.

The Application Process

Apply today to this E-Disclosure Manager role to find out more.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this senior litigation support analyst role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

German Speaking Intellectual Property Administrator

An excellent opportunity has arisen at a top tier Intellectual Property firm for an IP Administrator with German Language skills.

The Firm

The firm are top tier in the UK and have an international presence in Europe. They are highly ranked in a number of their practice areas and a number of their partners are leading individuals. They boast an impressive client base of technology, pharmaceutical, aerospace and media companies.

The Role

You will be supporting the patent and trademark attorneys ensuring that all IP documentation is completed and filed on time and in the correct jurisdictions. Day to day duties of the IP Administrator will include:

• Proofreading applications ensuring all information is correct
• Filing applications in all relevant jurisdictions
• Managing renewals and processing payments
• Managing all incoming documents and correspondence
• Drafting reports of due dates and estimates of renewal costs
• Liaising with fee earners, external vendors and clients

The Requirements

Experience in a similar IP firm in a formalities role would be ideal, however the firm are open to applications from German Speaking law grads or science graduates with a real interest in a career as an Intellectual Property Assistant.

Key skills required are:

• Fluent/Native/Bilingual German
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills

The Progression

There is a solid path of progression as an Intellectual Property Administrator. The firm will sponsor you through the CIPA Certificate so you can become qualified, and there is excellent progression through to senior clerk, team leader, supervisor, and manager level. At manager level you can look forward to working on interesting projects, a high level of client contact and managing a team.

The Benefits

Salary banding is £24-26k depending on experience. On top of this there is a Christmas bonus, private medical, pension, and discounted gym membership and discounts for a number of restaurants and retailers.

To Apply

Send your CV through today to be considered for this IP Administrator position. If you are a law or science graduate please provide a short paragraph about why you are interested in a career as an IP Assistant.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this IP Administrator role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Senior In-House Risk Lawyer

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a risk lawyer to join this top 20 law firm with an excellent culture.

This is a newly created role as the firm continues to grow and puts an emphasis on ensuring their risk and compliance policies and procedures are best practice.

The team currently comprises of 5 in-house risk lawyers who form part of the office of general counsel. The role is really broad, encompassing conflicts and confidentiality, AML and sanctions, engagement terms, audit, modern slavery, data security, privacy, data protection and GDPR, insurance renewals and DAC 6 reporting.

The team is supported on the business acceptance side by a team of compliance officers who manage the day to day client and matter conflicts and AML and who escalate to the risk lawyers if there is a particularly complex issue.

Although ideal if you have experience across all areas, the firm are willing to provide training and are very open to applications from risk lawyers who have a specialism in one area who are keen to develop their risk and compliance skills and knowledge.

The firm is currently improving it’s conflicts processes so would be particularly interested in a risk lawyer who has a strong conflicts background or a conflicts attorney who is seeking a broader role.

People rarely leave this firm as it has such an amazing culture as well as top tier work, and so this is a rare opportunity to join as they expand the team.

Apply today to this Senior In-House Risk Lawyer role to not miss out!

Lunaria Partners are advertising this role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Legal Recruitment Resourcer

About Us

We are an award nominated start-up legal recruitment agency with purpose. We are driven by a triple bottom line, and we care about People and the Planet as well as Profit.

We work with a range of clients from top tier US firms to mid-sized city firms, as well as with in-house companies including green energy providers and tech companies. We partner with them to source the best paralegals, lawyers and compliance professionals in the market.

The Team

The team is led by an award winning recruiter who has 13 years legal recruitment experience. The other team members include a former corporate lawyer from a top US firm and an experienced recruiter who has both agency and in-house experience and who leads our diversity and social mobility initiatives.

We take our work seriously, but we have fun doing so! You will be an integral team member and we are all friendly and supportive and work collaboratively as a team.

The Role

The role will be varied and challenging, requiring you to think creatively and to problem solve. Typical duties include:

• Research into the firm and the role and drafting a comprehensive job advert using the Lunaria Standard which includes ensuring inclusive and gender neutral language
• Analysing which job boards are relevant for the advert to be placed on and posting it ensuring you are using the correct coding and key words to be found by the right candidates
• Identifying potential candidates on LinkedIn
• Creating and designing social media / LinkedIn posts
• Reviewing applications and conducting 1^st stage telephone interviews to assess for their suitability
• Editing the CV into our format and proof reading to ensure there are no mistakes
• Managing the candidates profile on the database ensuring it is up to date and compliant

With time the role will progress and you can look forward to taking on more responsibility including advising on the content of their CV, conducting mock interviews, assisting with preparing shortlists, taking feedback post interviews, drafting candidate summaries and making offers!

If you wish you will also get the chance to be involved in organising client and candidate events, and assisting with research for salary surveys, designing marketing materials and with general legal, compliance and HR matters.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with a real interest in recruitment, who loves meeting people and is inquisitive about what makes them tick, and who builds rapport quickly. Any customer service experience would be a real benefit.

It is a fast paced and pressured role so you will be the type of person who thrives in this kind of environment. As the role is so fast paced, you will also need to have excellent organisational and time management skills. And exceptional attention to detail is essential, as one small mistake could cost the candidate their dream role.

A law degree would be an advantage as the roles are technical and this prior knowledge will be useful, however we will consider any graduate who can demonstrate the ability to pick things up quickly and who will go over and above to learn quickly.

Prospects for Progression

There are a few routes for this candidate to progress into internally. As we are a growing business there is very much the chance to develop into a full consultant, or an account manager role, or to lead a team of resourcers. We reward talent quickly, and your contribution to the team will be recognised in a timely fashion.

The role will also be a great step for other career paths too. In the past people in this role have gone on to secure in-house recruitment roles at law firms, and we have had two people go on to secure training contracts at top international firms. The commercial awareness and general office, business and interpersonal skills will set you in very good stead.

The Process

We are looking for someone to start in January and following initial review of your CV you will be asked to complete a couple of assessments and to send through a short video so we can get to know you better. Following that there will be an interview with the team where we will tell you more about the role, find out more about you and your motivations and give you the opportunity to ask lots of questions.

Lunaria Partners are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Patent Attorney

An excellent opportunity has arisen with a top tier Patent and Trade Mark firm for a part or fully qualified Patent Attorney to join the Life Science Biotechnology team.

The Firm

The firm is a top tier patent and trade mark practice with offices across the UK and internationally in Europe. They are full-service and boast an excellent client base from Aerospace to Utilities and pride themselves on their inclusive and creative culture.

The Team

The team is headed up by a well-known figure in the Life Science and Biotechnology IP world who is ranked Band 1 in Chambers, praised in the Legal 500 and is ranked as a ‘World Leading IP Strategist’. On top of this, their passion shines through and they are also a great teacher, always having time and invested in your development and progression.

The Role

As a part qualified or fully qualified patent attorney you can look forward to a really interesting diet of work, both opposition and prosecution, for clients ranging from start-ups and academics institutions through to large and well known clients. From pharmaceuticals and vaccines to diagnostics and medical devices, you will be supporting ground-breaking work.

The Requirements

The firm pride themselves on identifying top talent and will look for your potential, not just at your background and experience. This role does require you to have passed QM, but are flexible to your current level of qualification and are sensitive to the changes to UK exams and EQE’s due to Covid-19.

The Benefits

• There is a clear and transparent career progression framework which is based on merit not time at the firm. Superstar patent attorneys can progress quickly here.
• The firm has incredible offices, however, even before the pandemic, the firm has always embraced flexible and agile working.
• There is a full programme of inclusive social events, which they have kept up even remotely. They are known for their super fun Christmas and Summer events, which they hope will return next year.
• They have a strong business support, including talented secretaries, and back office function which allows you to focus on the more complex and interesting work.

To Apply

If you are a part qualified patent attorney or a fully qualified patent attorney looking for a new challenge with a great team, send your CV today to find out more.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this patent attorney role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

• TOP US LAW FIRM SEEKING DISPUTES RESOLUTION PARALEGAL
• VERY COMPETITIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS (PLUS GENEROUS OVERTIME PACKAGE)

A top US law firm with a strong international presence and an excellent Disputes team has an exciting opportunity for a Disputes Resolution Paralegal to join their Dispute Resolution team.

The firm offers excellent prospects for progression and the successful candidate will work on some of the leading litigation and arbitration matters in the uk/internationally.

This is a broad and varied role, which will include but not be limited to the following areas: (i) assisting in disclosure review/document tagging tasks using an electronic disclosure platform; (ii) preparing bundles of disclosure documents; (iii) reporting to partners and associates as to workstreams; (iv) conducting legal research; and (v) drafting correspondence.

The role will be based in London once it is safe for people to return to the City.

As such, if you are a Disputes Resolution Paralegal with at least one year's commercial litigation experience at another UK/International law firm then please do get in touch. Please note that the role will involve overtime (weekend/evenings) and so candidates schedules must be able to accommodate this.

For further details as to the types of duties and responsibilities expected for this Paralegal role, please do get in touch. Please note that all personal information received will be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Are you a talented Senior Recruitment Consultant, Principle Consultant, Recruitment Director, Recruitment Manager or Executive Search Associate interested in setting up your own recruitment agency or business?

We are a Recruitment Accelerator Programme that provides you with all the business, legal, operational and technical knowledge to set up a company, and gives you the training and tools to run a successful business. The company you’ll launch at the end of the programme will be 100% owned by you, and you’ll have full control over the day-to-day running of the business.

The programme has been developed and is run by a former Director of a £20 million pound recruitment business who launched a successful and award nominated recruitment start-up in 2019, and an operations specialist who‘s helped launch a number of successful tech and design start-ups.

This opportunity will particularly suit a big biller who feels frustrated by the amount of fees they give away, by the decisions of their current management team, and who has ideas of how they would run a business. Someone who’s looking for complete autonomy and flexibility to reach that holy grail of work-life balance!

With this programme you accelerate to launch in just 3 months, sailing through the back office set-up, and can start trading immediately, without having to give away any equity. Instead of taking equity to run your back office, we equip you with the knowledge to either manage it yourself, or help you find the most appropriate and cost effective solutions to suit your business.

Following launch you will become part of the Lunaria Seeds Community where you will receive lifelong mentorship from experts as well as be part of a thriving community of like-minded recruitment entrepreneurs. As well as opportunities to network and cross-sell there will also be a number of social events throughout the year.

The programme is open to applicants based anywhere in the UK, and with recruitment expertise in any sector. So if you are a 360 recruiter looking for a new challenge and to set up your own recruitment business click apply or send us a message to arrange a confidential conversation.

The programme has a maximum of 5 companies per intake and we are particularly keen to support female recruitment entrepreneurs, who are underrepresented in recruitment company ownership.

Check out www.lunariaseeds.com to find out more.