Junior Associate

Accounting / Auditing / Finance

About the Employer

Job Description

Internship, Apprenticeship and Junior Associate Opportunities

John Wilson Partners, Attorneys-at-Law & Notaries Public, is inviting applications for the following positions:

Positions Available

Junior Associate / Junior Lawyer

We are looking for an Attorney-at-Law with 1 to 3 years of experience, preferably with exposure to commercial law, litigation, drafting, research and instructing work.

The ideal candidate should have:

  • Strong legal research skills
  • Previous experience in instructing work
  • Good drafting and communication skills
  • A sound understanding of legal procedure
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Fluency in English
  • Ability to work responsibly under supervision

Interns

Suitable for candidates interested in law, legal support, company secretarial work or administration, including candidates studying law, waiting to enroll at Sri Lanka Law College, or studying management, business, economics, administration or related fields.

Apprentices

Suitable for candidates eligible to complete the mandatory 6-month apprenticeship programme required by Sri Lanka Law College. Current Law College students may also be considered if the programme does not conflict with class schedules.

Areas of Work / Exposure

Commercial law, litigation, company law, company secretarial work, intellectual property, immigration, conveyancing, notarial work and legal or administrative support.

General Requirements

  • Fluency in English is essential
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Good organizational and time-management skills
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to work responsibly in a professional legal environment

General Information

Working hours: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Internship / Apprenticeship allowance: Rs. 10,000 per month travel allowance

Junior Associate salary: Based on experience and suitability

Apply

Please email your CV and details of two non-related referees to:

[email protected]

For more information, call (+94) (11) 2324579.

John Wilson Partners is an equal opportunity employer.