Corporate Structuring, Solicitor, 12 Month FTC, London

EY UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in London seeks an English law-qualified corporate solicitor for a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). The role involves joining a Tier 1 corporate structuring team, handling complex structuring matters for major clients and collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues across jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate will have 4–10 years PQE, strong drafting and research skills, and a client-focused, proactive approach to problem solving within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified corporate solicitor with English law qualification and 4–10 years PQE.
• Strong drafting, research and drafting skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment with lawyers and non-lawyers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Join Tier 1-accredited corporate structuring team in London.
• Advise on corporate structuring for large household-name groups.
• Collaborate with lawyers and non-lawyers across jurisdictions.
• Manage time and deadlines in a fast-growing environment.

Skills

Corporate law

PQE 4-10 years

Drafting

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

English law qualification

Job description

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Solicitor - Corporate Structuring – London – 12 month Fixed Term Contract (maternity leave)

The Opportunity

We are looking for corporate lawyers interested in joining a Tier 1-accredited corporate structuring law team in the UK, based in London. 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 initial role would be for a fixed 12-month term covering maternity leave.

To qualify for the role, the requirements are:

• English law-qualified corporate solicitor with c4-10 years PQE experience, some of which should have been gained in the UK in a private practice law business
• Strong technical, research and drafting skills, with a good eye for detail
• A genuine interest in problem-solving for clients and working in a multi-disciplinary environment alongside both 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 co-ordinating advice and legal documentation provided by advisers in multiple jurisdictions
• 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)
• Business development skills, 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.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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