EY Türkiye - Tax Corporate Law Assistant

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The opportunity

EY is a global leader in Assurance, Consulting, SaT (Strategy &Transactions) and Tax services.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. The insights and quality services we provide help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. Our offices around the world use the same methodology and are linked through an integrated technology platform to enable instantaneous communication and collaboration among team members, regardless of location. As a member of EY Global, in Türkiye we operate in 6 offices located in İstanbul, Ankara, Bursa, İzmir and Adana, with more than 1800 people for over 40 years.

At EY, we empower our 400.000 people in more than 150 countries with the right mindsets and skills to navigate what’s next, become the transformative leaders the world needs, pursue careers as unique as they are, and build their own exceptional EY experiences. We work together across our full spectrum of services and skills so that business, people and the planet can thrive together.

Together, all in, to build a better working world.

We are seeking for an Assistant to join our EY Tax Corporate Law Department in Istanbul.

Your key responsibilities

• Assisting clients with day-to-day corporate legal and governance matters,
• Supporting company incorporation, branch and liaison office establishment, liquidation restructuring and other corporate reorganization projects,
• Preparing and reviewing corporate documentation, including board resolutions, shareholders' resolutions, powers of attorney, signature circulars and other corporate records,
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements and legal correspondence,
• Conducting legal due diligence reviews and contributing to due diligence reports in mergers and acquisitions, investments and restructuring projects,
• Performing legal research and preparing memoranda, legal opinions, summaries and client presentations,
• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments and assessing their impact on clients' businesses,
• Supporting senior team members in providing practical and business-oriented legal advice to domestic and multinational clients,
• Coordinating with clients, public authorities, trade registry offices, notaries and other relevant stakeholders,
• Assisting in compliance and regulatory projects across different industries,
• Maintaining and organizing legal files, project documentation and internal knowledge resources,
• Participating in internal and external training programs to enhance legal, technical and professional competencies.

What we look for

• Bachelor’s degree in law from a reputable Turkish university or a foreign university with recognized equivalency in Türkiye,
• Admission to a Turkish Bar Association and completion of the mandatory legal internship,
• Up to 2 years of post-qualification experience in a law firm, consultancy firm, or in-house legal department supporting corporate clients,
• Basic knowledge of Turkish corporate and commercial law and related regulatory frameworks,
• Familiarity with company establishment procedures, corporate governance matters, corporate housekeeping and commercial contracts,
• Excellent legal drafting, research and analytical skills,
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Turkish and English,
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize workload effectively,
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work,
• Proactive, solution-oriented and eager to learn,
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and client-focused environment,
• High professional ethics, integrity and confidentiality standards,
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and legal research databases,
• No restriction for domestic and international travel,
• Male candidates should have completed their military service.

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.

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

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EY  |  Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.