Corporate Lawyer – British Virgin Islands

Origin Legal; London; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Corporate Lawyer for their team based in the British Virgin Islands, offering unparalleled exposure to high-quality international work. The role demands strong corporate law expertise and 2-3 years' PQE, focusing on complex issues including funds and cryptocurrency. Competitive salary and relocation package provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation package including flights and accommodation

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice in the UK.
• Prior high-value corporate work is essential.
• Familiarity with funds or crypto is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on various corporate matters.
• Manage multiple demands effectively.
• Collaborate closely with Partners.

Skills

Corporate Law

Funds

Regulatory Matters

Cryptocurrency

Education

UK Law Admission

2-3 years’ PQE

Job description

Corporate Lawyer – British Virgin Islands

Joining a small team that handles a wide variety of high-quality international work, this role guarantees a level of exposure that is simply unattainable for an associate at this level in a large onshore firm.

You will work closely with Partners and deal directly with clients, advising on the full gamut of corporate matters including some focus on funds, regulatory and crypto related matters . It is fast-moving and complex work that will at times require you to juggle competing demands. If you want to practice at the highest level but find the more rigid structures of a large corporate team restrictive, you will likely thrive in this environment.

Requirements

• Overseas qualified lawyers must be admitted in the UK.
• Likely to suit someone with 2-3 years’ PQE.
• Experience of high-value corporate work from a good UK or equivalent law firm is essential. Any prior exposure to funds or crypto work would be beneficial but is not a requirement.

Package

• Salary expected to be in the range of USD120k-USD140k with a low tax-rate (c8%)
• Comprehensive benefits and bonus.
• Relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).

Process

• Interviews will take place by videoconference
• Start dates typically around 3-6 months later (depending on your notice period).
• Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation.

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.

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.