EY Corporate Lawyer - & Montréal 

Canada, Quebec, Montreal 

41663829

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in the negotiation, drafting, and modification of a diverse range of commercial agreements, including but not limited to Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), Share Purchase Agreements, Asset Purchase Agreements, complex Shareholder Agreements and more.
• Provide essential support in matters related to acquisitions, sale of businesses and corporate reorganizations.
• Commit to learning transaction-related financial and accounting concepts.

Qualifications

• A solid foundation of 3 to 5 years of experience in business law, with a strong preference for candidates with expertise in corporate law with a focus on mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in business law, including contract negotiation and drafting.
• The ability to remain composed and effective under pressure, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and organizational capabilities.
• A self-motivated and resourceful approach to work, capable of independent operation.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, facilitating clear and effective interaction with team members and clients alike.
• Fluent writing abilities in both English and French, ensuring clear and concise communication across all documents and correspondences.
• A proactive, creative mindset, with a capacity for rapid learning and adaptation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams, enabling efficient and effective document creation and team collaboration.
• This role involves interaction with clients operating nationally and globally where fluency in French and English is required. Bilingualism in both French and English is therefore a requirement of this role.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.