An opportunity has arisen with one of our law firm clients, to join their team in Belgrade and to contribute to the strategy and vision creation, implementation, transformation, and operational excellence. The firm’s clients include numerous well-known multinationals and listed groups as well privately owned companies, high net worth individuals, start-ups, and fast growth companies. Their network is extensive. They are looking for a seasoned lawyer or next generation high potential leader to join their busy team to support the continued growth and expansion of what is currently a very small office. Your practice areas could include M&A/Corp/Commercial or other practice areas if you are transactionally / transactional support focused. Solo hire preferred but small team could be ok. 

The role

You will have overall responsibility for achieving the firm’s goals and growth plans in Belgrade. You will be acting as the visionary, primary leader (and influencer) holding lawyers responsible for their specific goals, responsibilities, and deliverables (financials & quality). As well in this role, you will enjoy practicing law by advising on interesting and challenging matters. 

The successful lawyer will be energetic, enthusiastic, and keen to embrace the challenge of having a seat at the decision-making table. A high level of technical competence is expected as well as knowledge of the mechanics of legal work. You will be expected to supervise many matters and therefore organizational skills and the ability to take on significant levels of responsibility are key attributes. A desire to network and build relationships with clients is also important to generate your own clients and develop further the relationship with clients of the firm. 

Skills and experience

  • Must be a qualified Serbian lawyer.
  • At minimum, 10+ years of law firm experience.
  • A solid practitioner with a reputation in your practice area and  ideally ranked in Legal500 or Chambers. 
  • An excellent understanding, comprehension, and ability to articulate law firm strategies.
  • Strong leadership and business development track record with portable business in the range required by the firm.
  • Strong client service skills.
  • Clear, articulate, and confident in written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness to get involved in business development and networking activities.
  • Ability to achieve goals through teamwork and collaboration.
  • Resilience, self-motivation, and a positive can-do attitude.
  • Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to different projects/cultures.

Interested candidates should have the energy to continue to grow and develop an already well-regarded firm and law brand.  

In no case will the identity of this firm be released to any candidate; only post interview where the candidate is deemed by Legalis to be an ideal fit. 

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