We are delighted to be able to offer a unique opportunity for a recently qualified corporate lawyer to join EY Law's team based in Belfast. With over 3500 lawyers across the globe, we harness the power of people, data and technology, combined with a deep sector knowledge across all our specialisms, giving clients in-depth, practical and commercial advice. EY Law is fast growing, dynamic and collaborative, with a unique culture of working closely with teams outside of Law to deliver an exceptional service to clients. That means opportunities for our people every day - and a need for talented, flexible, collaborative professionals to join us to fuel our growth tomorrow. Become part of a client facing, cohesive and expanding team and develop your career within a global organization.
The opportunity
You will join our fantastic team in Belfast, working alongside the existing Director and senior lawyers to in the Corporate (M&A and Structuring) team at EY Law. You will have access to a talented team of Corporate Lawyers, who will mentor and develop your skills and guide you on your exceptional career journey with EY.
You will be offered a rare opportunity to work collaboratively with teams outside of Law, giving you access to understanding how commercial decisions are made, expanding your knowledge and experience beyond your immediate team.
We encourage a culture where our people manage their own time and resources and feel empowered to share their own ideas and successes. We embrace diversity in every way; including culture, passions, ideas and life outside of EY.
You would join a team who celebrate diversity and sustainability; our expectations are focused on quality of work whilst maintaining a health work life balance.
Your key responsibilities
• Collaborating with the Partners who serve as Law Account Leaders (LALs) on these accounts, you will have responsibility for driving forward this portfolio via the development and execution of strategic account plans
• Setting out a compelling vision for this portfolio of clients that inspires and brings LAL’s along with you, which ultimately leads to driving revenue & margin growth across the portfolio
• Responsibility for helping to ensure client experience & client satisfaction is exceptional
Skills and attributes for success
To qualify for the role you must have;
• Experience working in Corporate Law (with exposure to M&A)
• Recently-qualified candidates will have experience of drafting and negotiating the legal aspects of M&A transaction documents including share and asset purchase and sale agreements, due diligence and joint ventures
• Good research, technical, drafting and negotiation skills
• A passion to demonstrate teamwork and building relationships
• An innovative mindset (supporting the use of technology to improve service delivery)
What we offer
We offer a competitive remuneration package where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive ‘Total Rewards’ package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:
• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.
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