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The opportunity
We’re looking for an experienced corporate lawyer to join our Transactions Practice Group (TPG) within EY’s Global General Counsel’s Office (Global GCO) and advise on matters including organizational, area, regional and corporate structures, mergers and acquisitions, strategic business relationships, data security and privacy issues, network finance, intellectual property protection, and branding and communications issues which affect the EY network of member firms.
The Global Legal Counsel – Corporate will be involved in working on a broad range of corporate matters including corporate reorganizations and establishment of new businesses. The candidate should be comfortable with working with a variety of structures. The work can be complex and diverse and requires logical, practical thinking and solid experience in contract drafting, negotiation and workload management. In addition to those with a traditional corporate background, the role may also be of interest to those with a tax law background who are looking to take on more of a broader corporate transaction execution role. Whilst the role is based in London, the role will involve working with EY offices around the world and we are looking for a person who is able to apply their knowledge of UK or other law across borders.
Your key responsibilities
Working closely with business teams and EY Global internal finance, tax, talent, risk management, GCO and other teams to provide legal advice on a variety of transactions including corporate reorganisations and establishment of new businesses. Advising on corporate governance issues including new legal developments. Providing corporate secretarial support (including preparing the necessary corporate and other approvals) and support on regulatory compliance matters including reporting requirements and oversight of work performed by the GCO’s entity management team based in India. Drafting, reviewing and negotiating various contracts and other documentation with third parties. Instructing and working with external counsel. Contributing to internal guidance, best practice and templates. Actively collaborating and positively teaming with fellow members of the Global TPG team, a highly collaborative team of lawyers who support and advise across EY, as well as with other GCO teams and internal functions such as internal tax and finance.
Skills and attributes for success
Strong team player with excellent negotiation and communication skills. Proactive attitude and positive mindset, high degree of emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics. Interest and ability to positively team and collaborate effectively across geographic locations. Ability to grasp, understand, and effectively articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles.
To qualify for the role you must have:
At least 8 years post-qualification, corporate law and corporate governance experience (ideally UK or other common law experience), gained in private practice (ideally from a large international law firm or a UK firm with exposure to cross border transactions). Substantial experience in conducting transactions on a cross border basis, including strong project management and negotiation skills. Ability to provide practical legal advice and support with a high degree of professionalism in a fast-paced environment and to establish a high degree of credibility, respect and trust at all levels.
Ideally, you’ll also have
High degree of cultural awareness. Experience with working with a wide variety of stakeholders.
What we look for
A self-starter, adept at responding promptly/juggling deadlines who actively looks to build relationships based on trust and confidence.
What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.
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