Corporate Lawyer, Law, Belfast

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Belfast; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An international consulting firm in Belfast is looking for a Solicitor – Corporate with 2-8 years PQE. This role involves working in a Tier 1-accredited corporate law team on diverse legal issues, and requires strong technical skills and effective communication. The ideal candidate has a genuine interest in problem-solving and collaboration, and values continuous professional development and a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards package

Support for flexible working

Career development opportunities

Continuous learning

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 2-8 years PQE, some experience in a UK private-practice law firm.
• Genuine interest in problem-solving for clients.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Join a Tier 1-accredited corporate law team.
• Work on a dynamic range of legal issues.
• Coordinate advice and legal documentation across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Strong technical, research and drafting skills

Effective communication skills

Good commercial awareness

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Education

English law-qualified corporate solicitor

Job description

Solicitor – Corporate

We are looking for corporate lawyers interested in joining a Tier 1‑accredited corporate law team in the UK, based in Belfast. This is a fast‑growth business with a varied and dynamic range of work, a strong international dimension and acting for some of the largest household‑name groups in the world.

The Opportunity

To qualify for the role, the requirements are:

• English law-qualified corporate solicitor with 2‑8 years PQE, some of which should have been gained in a UK private‑practice law firm
• Strong technical, research and drafting skills with a good eye for detail
• Genuine interest in problem‑solving for clients and working in a multi‑disciplinary environment alongside lawyers and non‑lawyers on a day‑to‑day basis
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Good working knowledge of company law in the UK, particularly relating to share capital, distributions, governance, fiduciary duties, intra‑group transactions and legal entity rationalisations
• Knowledge of or interest in deal‑related structuring such as company law issues concerning carve‑outs or post‑deal integration
• Good experience in coordinating advice and legal documentation provided by advisers in multiple jurisdictions
• Experience in conducting and coordinating due diligence projects, including internationally
• Effective time management and ability to remain calm when under pressure to meet deadlines
• An innovative mindset (supporting the use of technology to improve service delivery)
• Able to build productive peer‑group business relationships
• Enthusiastic team player – someone who enjoys working with others
• Ability to solve problems creatively and pragmatically
• Good commercial awareness of the wider context in which legal advice is given

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Project management skills, planning and prioritising work, meeting deadlines and monitoring own and team budget and time
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on technical and often challenging areas of law and be keen to continue developing legal skills and engage in new areas of work
• A proven ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders
• An inclusive and collaborative working style

What We Look For

This role is suitable for candidates who have worked in established law firms or in‑house legal departments and who are looking to progress their career by being part of a fast-growing, Tier 1‑ranked specialist team in a global organisation. We are looking for talented and motivated people who want to continue to develop themselves and others when they join the firm. Ours is a diverse, dynamic and collaborative culture and this opportunity offers a chance to help play an important role in the next phase of our ambitious growth story.

What Working at EY Offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll 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.

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