Junior In-house Legal Advisor

EY is a global leader in advisory, assurance, tax, and strategy and transaction services with more than 300 000 people based in more than 150 countries. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Currently, we are looking for an energetic, willing to work in a dynamic and full of diverse and interesting legal matters environment, Junior in-house legal advisor to join our local internal legal team which is part of the regional legal team.

The Role in general: 

• Delivers consistent and high-quality legal advice to the country practice; 
• Has responsibility for the EY country firms’ compliance with local laws and regulations; 
• Provides high-quality, commercially-in-formed legal advice to the practice; 
• Takes on the role as a trusted business advisor through his/her prudence and exercise of sound judgment; 
• Engages and supervises the performance of external legal firms on internal legal matters; 
• Deploys and supports best practices sharing within the General Counsel Office; 
• Guardian of the EY Brand and Code of Conduct; 
• Assist and support on daily basis the Country General Counsel.

 
What we expect from you is: 

• 2-3 years relevant experience in a law firm  or as an internal counsel in a multinational firm (or any combination of the two);
• Experience in different areas of law, especially in commercial  and employment law, contractual law, money-laundering legal matters; 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Bulgarian and English; 
• Self-starter who pro-actively deals with matters before they become problems; 
• Ability to work both independently with limited guidance, and in a team; 
• Strong identifier and evaluator of risk; 
• Willing to perform both low-end and high-end assignments, this is an inseparable part of the job;
• Ability to deliver work and advise in short terms.

Why choose us?

• Because of the team – EY people are bright, friendly and energetic;
• Because of the company – EY is a very well recognized and proven international and local brand in the field of professional services; 
• Because of YOU – You will develop your personal and professional skills by working on challenging projects with some of the brightest people and most well-known companies, as well as through our extensive learning and development programs.

At EY  we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally. We give you stretching and rewarding experiences that keep you motivated, working in an atmosphere of integrity and teaming. And while we encourage you to take personal responsibility for your career, we support you in your professional development in every way we can. You enjoy the flexibility to devote time to what matters to you, in your business and personal lives. At EY  you can be who you are and express your point of view, energy and enthusiasm, wherever you are in the world. It's how you make a difference.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EY is an equal opportunities employer. All applications are treated strictly confidential.