Senior Corporate Lawyer – Guernsey

Origin Legal; Daliburgh; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A major offshore law firm is seeking an experienced corporate lawyer to join its Guernsey office. The role involves handling various corporate transactions under Guernsey law, working with senior lawyers, and contributing to business development. Candidates must be admitted in the UK or a Commonwealth jurisdiction with 4+ years of PQE. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a relocation package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20% tax rate

Relocation package

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years PQE in corporate law.
• Strong experience with a good commercial law firm.

Responsibilities

• Handle corporate transactions under Guernsey law.
• Work closely with senior lawyers.
• Contribute to client management and business development.

Skills

Corporate transactions experience

Client management

Business development

Education

Admitted in the UK, Ireland or equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction

Job description

Overview

An opening exists for an experienced UK/Commonwealth qualified corporate lawyer to join the Guernsey office of a major offshore law firm. The role focuses on a range of transactions under Guernsey law, working closely with respected experts on a broad practice that is likely to focus on corporate but may also include corporate finance and funds work.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of corporate transactions under Guernsey law.
• Work closely with senior lawyers and contribute to client management and business development efforts.
• Provide top-tier international work in a meritocratic environment that supports career development.

Requirements

• Admitted in the UK, Ireland or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa).
• Minimum of 4 years’ PQE (all suitable applicants considered).
• Strong experience in corporate transactions gained with a good commercial law firm.

Package

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience), 20% tax rate.
• Benefits and an excellent bonus scheme.
• Relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).

Process

• Interviews will take place by videoconference.
• Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation.

The Channel Islands

For a city-based lawyer who thrives on big-ticket work but craves an escape from the rat race, few places compete with the Channel Islands, home to two premier offshore financial centres. Jersey and Guernsey have strong and highly competitive legal sectors, housing teams with many alumni of leading London or international outfits. They handle complex blue-chip work in a balanced environment, with good work-life balance and easy access to London.

Origin Legal International

Our team has 25 years of experience helping lawyers 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.

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This large offshore law firm is looking for an experienced corporate lawyer to take on a key role in its highly respected Guernsey practice. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced UK/Commonwealth qualified corporate lawyer to join the Guernsey office of a major offshore law firm. The firm advises an international client base on corporate, banking and finance, and funds/financial services. It is looking for a client-focused Associate who enjoys a varied workload and who is keen to take on responsibility both in executing work and in business development. The leading offshore law firm seeks a senior corporate or funds lawyer to join its fast-growing team in Jersey. Jersey offers a balance of City-calibre work with an enviable lifestyle.