Senior Corporate Lawyer - Bermuda

Origin Legal; London; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore law firm is seeking an experienced corporate lawyer to join their Bermuda office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in complex cross-border legal work with a focus on corporate transactions including M&A and private equity. Applicants must have a strong background and relevant qualifications, while enjoying a balanced and culturally relaxed working environment in a desirable location.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and bonus

Relocation package (flights, accommodation, expenses)

Qualifications

• 5-8 years’ PQE in corporate law, preferably from a leading firm.
• Experience in M&A and private equity transactions.
• Overseas qualifications accepted if equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Advising on high-value cross-border corporate transactions.
• Working closely with a small, collegiate team of lawyers.
• Handling a varied workload with client-facing responsibilities.

Skills

Corporate Law

M&A

Private Equity

Banking and Finance

Education

Admitted in the UK or equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction

Job description

This respected offshore law firm is looking for an experienced corporate lawyer to work closely with some of the island’s leading lawyers as part of a small, collegiate team. Advising on high-value and complex cross border work, you will take on a busy practice that spans mainstream corporate including M&A, private equity and joint ventures, but which also offers exposure to banking and finance and some corporate insurance matters. It is likely to appeal to someone who relishes a varied workload, enjoys a hands-on role with plenty of responsibility, and who thrives in a client facing capacity.

For the right person this could be a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds; the professional challenge, intellectual stimulation and opportunity that comes with top tier work, combined with a more balanced and culturally relaxed working environment in one of the world's most desirable locations.

Requirements

• Overseas qualified lawyers must be admitted in the UK or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa).
• Likely to suit someone with 5-8 years’ PQE (minimum 3 years’ PQE required for work permit).
• Strong general corporate, M&A, private equity, or funds experience gained with a leading City/International or equivalent firm.

Package

• Salary negotiable depending on experience (expected to be in the range of $150k-$200k p/a with a low tax-rate).
• 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.

Bermuda

Bermuda offers you the opportunity to live and work in one of the most sought-after locations on the planet. The island benefits from a mild year-round climate, never too cold in the winter and rarely too hot in the summer. It is famed for its picture-postcard pink sand beaches and crystal-clear ocean, but it also has plenty of history and boasts all the attractions associated with a luxury holiday destination. And if you should need a break from island life, with regular direct flights to London, New York and other parts of the US, it is particularly well connected.

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.