Experienced Corporate Lawyer – British Virgin Islands

Origin Legal; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore firm seeks a Corporate Lawyer with a minimum of 5 years' PQE to enhance their practice in the British Virgin Islands. This position offers a chance to deal with high-value corporate matters while enjoying a unique lifestyle in the Caribbean. Ideal candidates will have strong business acumen and experience from reputable law firms.

Benefits

Comprehensive relocation package

Low tax rate (c8%)

Comprehensive benefits and bonus

Qualifications

• 5 years PQE+ in high-value corporate work.
• Strong business development flair essential.
• Experience from reputable UK or equivalent law firms.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute ongoing work from a significant client base.
• Handle high-value and complex matters spanning M&A and corporate finance.
• Contribute to the firm's growth and future development.

Skills

Business development

Commercial awareness

Education

UK law qualifications

Job description

This large offshore firm is looking for an accomplished and technically strong Corporate Lawyer who has the drive, ambition and business development flair to build a successful practice.

Joining a highly respected team with a strong brand, you will be given the resources and support to make an impactful contribution to the firm’s growth, whilst playing an important role in managing and executing ongoing work from an impressive existing client base. You will handle high-value and complex matters spanning M&A, private equity, funds, and corporate finance, leveraging your experience to deliver exceptional client service and management.

This is an ideal opportunity for a lawyer who is ready to take their career to the next level, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of the firm's BVI corporate practice whilst enjoying the many benefits of Caribbean life when not at work.

Requirements

• Overseas qualified lawyers must be admitted in the UK.
• Likely to suit someone with 5 years’ PQE+.
• Experience of high-value corporate work from a good UK or equivalent law firm. Strong commerciality and a flair for business development are essential.

Package

• Salary negotiable depending on experience - 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.