PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
• Following the sustained success of the Dublin Corporate team, since Addleshaw Goddard's entrance to the Irish market in early 2022, we are now looking to recruit additional lawyers to support the continued growth of the group.
• From the outset this role will give you a high level of client contact and the chance to play a critical role in the development of the practice across a variety of Corporate matters including M&A (Public and Private), Private Equity and/or Equity Capital Markets work.
• You will also have the opportunity to capitalise on Addleshaw Goddard's international presence and work collaboratively with the outstanding wider Corporate practice across both the UK and Europe on cross-jurisdictional matters.
THE TEAM
• Our Corporate and Commercial team comprises a highly regarded and dedicated group of transactional and commercial lawyers with diverse skill sets.
• The working environment is challenging, fast paced and dynamic and would provide an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic solicitor that feels they should be getting more out of their career, better exposure to complex issues and direct engagement with clients whilst working in a busy and collegiate atmosphere.
• The team act for a wide range of clients including public companies, private companies and international and domestic bodies across a broad range of industry sectors and advise on all areas of corporate and commercial law including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and refinancing, joint venture arrangements, private equity and venture capital investments and corporate governance. We pride ourselves in delivering commercial, practical, and timely advice to our clients.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS ROLE
• The successful candidate can expect working effectively in teams and in managing components of transactions independently.
• You will have specific experience in a broad range of corporate and transactional matters including mergers and acquisitions transactions and managing due diligence processes
• Supporting and initiating activities to win new business and clients for the team and the firm
• Help to manage key client relationships and represent the Firm confidently in pitches and external presentations.
• We have a strong culture of support and collaboration and, as a member of the team, you will be encouraged to contribute to business and practice development activities. You can also be expected to be involved in the supervision and development of other team members
YOUR AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
To be successful in this role, what are the:
• Be a qualified Solicitor (in Ireland or England and Wales), ideally with a minimum of 4 years' relevant post qualification experience in a corporate and commercial team in a top or mid-tier firm.
• Most importantly, you should have a genuine interest in Corporate law and be keen to develop your knowledge and experience.
• Have excellent academic achievement
• Clear understanding and working experience of the operation and structure of a leading law firm and the needs of the clients of a topflight team
• The ability to actively support the management of complex transactions, liaising and coordinating with fee earners from other relevant disciplines as needed.
• Possess strong team skills, thriving in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, with like-minded people.
• Be able to demonstrate a strong service ethos, to meet the demands of a variety of clients on challenging and rewarding deals.
• You will have the ability to engage and influence clients and be a confident stakeholder manager, both internally and externally.
• Have excellent drafting skills and attention to detail
• Have a calm and measured approach to problem solving
• Have a flexible positive attitude towards work
OUR FIRM
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are valued, encouraged, and challenged to fulfil your potential in a supportive and collegiate environment. Our culture of improvement, growth and collaboration delivers results, drives innovation, and rewards ambition.
We not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into our clients and what really matters to them and as such we are natural choice for FTSE100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.
Our success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives. We have a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss the differences that make us who we are and celebrate this at AG.
OUR APPROACH: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE
Everything we've accomplished can be traced back to our people and the way we work. Our reputation is something we are proud of, and constantly invest in.
Here, you'll do high calibre work, with high-character colleagues who care for one another and our clients.
Are you up for the challenge?