Lawyer (Legal Associate)

Lawyer (Legal Associate)

Place of work: Bratislava

Start date: by agreement

Contract type: full - time

Salary: EUR 1600/month

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.  

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​  

Join EY and help to build a better working world.  

Do you want to develop your career in law?

At EY, we are looking for talented and highly motivated law school graduates who are eager to learn continuously.

We provide the full scope of professional legal services, but unlike traditional law firms, our business and legal advice are much more closely aligned. Our colleagues collaborate closely with professionals from other EY service lines — Tax, Transactions, Consulting and Assurance — to realize the potential of EY’s global network.

Will you shape your future with us?

Your key responsibilities

• Preparing analyses and opinions in various areas of law; in particular, corporate and commercial, competition, financial, pharmaceutical and labor law
• Participating in preparation of client transactions and subsequent preparation of implementation and other documents, as required
• Cooperating with colleagues from other services lines and countries in preparing joint projects, often for major international and Slovak companies
• Monitoring legal news and changes and assessing their potential impact on clients of our law firm
• Engaging in continuous learning not only in law, but also in other advisory-related areas, through internal or external training and cooperation with more experienced colleagues

Skills and attributes for success

• Master’s degree in law
• Previous work experience is not required, but is considered an advantage
• Fluent in Slovak and English
• PC literacy (advanced in both MS Office and MS Excel)
• Strong communication skills and effective time management
• Interest in participating in client engagements and contributing innovative ideas
• Initiative and enthusiasm
• Team player with a desire to grow professionally and pursue continuous learning

We offer

Working conditions and flexibility

• Permanent employment: We provide stable work you can rely on.
• Home office and flexible working hours: Take advantage of the home office option and schedule your week according to your needs.
• Paid overtime: We value and compensate you for overtime work.

Vacation and rewards

• Bonus leave: Enjoy up to five (5) additional days of bonus paid leave, beyond the legal requirements, for rest and to recharge.
• Bonuses and rewards: We value your individual performance and reward you for your achievements.

A varied range of cafeteria benefits of your choice

• Health and sports: We contribute to your dental care, medical examinations, ongoing passes for fitness centers, the purchase of sports equipment, and more.
• Education: We contribute to your education expenses to help you grow and develop your skills.
• Transport: We reimburse public transport season tickets.
• Cultural experiences: We reimburse tickets to the cinema, theatre and other cultural events to support your quality leisure time.

Personal and family benefits

• Childbirth and wedding contributions: We support you during significant life events.
• Bonus for referring successful employment candidates: We will reward you for helping us find new talent.

Technology and learning

• New iPhone 15 and laptop computer: We provide these for work purposes with permitted personal use.
• Support for professional learning: We pay certification fees, such as ACCA and CFA.

Health and well-being

• MultiSport card: Gain access to various activities and facilities, not limited to sports.
• Weekly massages at work: Enjoy some relaxation during your workday.
• Psychological counseling: We care for your mental health.

Social activities

• Employee discounts: Take advantage of discounts from our partnering companies in various areas.
• Work anniversaries: We celebrate work anniversaries with above-standard recognition.
• Skiing and teambuilding: Every year, we organize a ski trip to Jasná and various teambuilding events to strengthen team spirit.

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. 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.  

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