Manager, Corporate Lawyer, Law, Belfast

Overview

In this role, you join EY’s Tier 1 corporate law team in Belfast to support sophisticated UK and international deals. You will work with cross-functional colleagues and external advisers to deliver high-quality corporate advice for large, well-known clients. The role combines governance, structuring, and due diligence across jurisdictions, with an emphasis on practical problem-solving and timely delivery. This is a fast-growth opportunity in a collaborative, diverse culture where you influence how complex transactions are executed.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working
• Total Rewards package
• continuous learning
• career development
• diverse and inclusive culture
• competitive remuneration

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate advice and documentation from advisers in multiple jurisdictions
• Conduct and oversee due diligence projects, including international aspects
• Support deal-related structuring (carve-outs, post-deal integration) and governance matters
• Advise on UK company law issues such as share capital, distributions, fiduciary duties, and intra-group transactions
• Manage time-sensitive work and collaborate with lawyers and non-lawyers across teams

Key requirements

• English law-qualified corporate solicitor
• 2–8 years PQE, including UK private practice experience
• Strong technical, research, and drafting skills
• Good eye for detail and problem-solving mindset
• Effective communication and collaborative abilities

• Collaboration
• Proactive communication
• Calm under pressure
• UK company law (share capital, distributions, governance, fiduciary duties)
• Intra-group transactions
• Deal-related structuring (carve-outs, post-deal integration)

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