Barrister/Advocate - BVI-based

Job description

Barrister/Solicitor-Advocate – Associate level – British Virgin Islands

This highly respected offshore law firm advises on some of the largest disputes in the BVI market. It continues to go from strength to strength and is eager to bring in an Associate level Barrister or Solicitor-Advocate to take on a practice that will span the full range of complex chancery/commercial work. Working with an international client base you will get exposure to a range of matters such as shareholder/joint venture disputes, banking/financial services litigation, contentious insolvency, or commercial fraud.

You will work alongside some of the leading litigators in the BVI market, and will be encouraged to take on responsiblity and establish yourself as an integral part of the team. Once settled in, you will be supported as you start to build your network of client contacts whilst contributing to wider business development efforts. This is an opportunity to join a high-quality and ambitious team, that is recognised for its positive and collegiate culture.

British Virgin Islands

For some, the BVI is the pick of the Caribbean. A mountainous, rain-forested interior surrounded by picture-postcard bays, it is probably not far from the idyllic image that might cross your mind when you ponder whether there is ‘more to life’. It’s not for everyone. You will need to be comfortable with a slower pace, you will see its remoteness as a gift rather than an inconvenience, and you will be the sort of person who gets more out of sailing, diving, or relaxing on the beach than you do from the buzz of city life. If that’s you, you will love it here. Not to mention that the work, much of it emanating out of China/Asia, is some of the most interesting and challenging in the sector.

Process

Interviews will take place by videoconference with start dates typically around 3-6 months later. Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation, including temporary accommodation on arrival.

Package

Attractive salary with a very low tax rate (c.8%), comprehensive benefits, bonus, and relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).

Requirements

The successful applicant is likely to have at least two years’ relevant experience from a reputable set of chambers or alternatively equivalent advocacy experience gained in a commercial law firm. Prior experience of handling commercial cases is important and admission in the UK or BVI is essential for work-permit reasons.

Origin Legal International

Our team has 25 years’ experience of helping lawyers to make international and offshore moves. If you would like to find out more about this role or chat about an overseas move in general, please get in touch.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English