This role involves designing fraud investigation strategies and leading specialized teams. It offers professional growth through EY University and a flexible compensation plan.
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- Work mode
- Hybrid, València
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree
- Benefits
- Life insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers, gym access
Visa options
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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Law (a dual degree in Law and Business Administration/Economics will be valued).
- Master's degree for admission to the Bar and active bar membership.
- Between 5 and 8 years of experience in the Commercial and M&A practice area at a prestigious firm (preferably an international firm or a legal Big Four).
- Demonstrable experience leading due diligence processes and actively participating in the negotiation of SPAs and shareholders' agreements.
- High level of English, both written and spoken (minimum C1); other languages will be valued.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and document management tools.
Nice to have
- Specialized master's degree in Business Law, Corporate Law, or M&A.
- Experience in private equity, venture capital, or venture capital transactions.
- Knowledge of the business landscape in the Valencian Community.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary environments and on cross-border transactions.
- Stays or additional training abroad.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- EY Wellbeing Hub, with physical health programs (Wellhub) and mental wellbeing support.
- Life and Accident Insurance.
- Flexible compensation plan: transportation, training, restaurant card, childcare, among others.
- Bankinter office with special conditions for EY professionals.
The role
EY is a global leading firm in audit, consulting, strategy, and transactions, as well as legal and tax services, helping public and private organizations tackle their most complex challenges.
At EY:
- We champion continuous innovation
- We develop long-term talent within multidisciplinary teams
- We drive purposeful careers with room to grow
EY Abogados offers a wide range of tax and legal advisory services characterized by personalized attention and adaptability of its structure to the demands of its clients, in Spain and throughout the rest of the world. Our professionals advise companies so they can make appropriate decisions, thanks to their extensive experience and preparation. This enables them to provide clients with opportunities and competitive advantages.
What you'll do
As part of the commercial law/M&A team at our Valencia office, your main responsibilities will be:
- Comprehensive advisory services on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, both share deals and asset deals, at the national and international level.
- Leading and coordinating legal due diligence processes, including preparing and reviewing reports and identifying contingencies.
- Negotiating and drafting the typical contractual documentation for transactions: letters of intent (LOI/MOU), confidentiality agreements (NDA), share purchase agreements (SPA), shareholders' agreements, investment agreements, and closing documentation.
- Advisory services on corporate restructuring transactions (mergers, demergers, contributions of business lines, transformations).
- Recurring commercial advisory services: corporate governance, shareholders' meetings and boards of directors, corporate secretarial duties, capital increases and reductions.
- Advisory services on private equity, venture capital, and financing rounds.
- Coordination with other firm practice areas (tax, labor, regulatory, Strategy and Transactions) and with foreign law firms on cross-border transactions.
- Direct management of client relationships and supervision of the work of junior lawyers on the team.
How you'll work
- Hybrid working model, with flexibility depending on the project and team.
Professional development
- EY University: continuous training with an individualized learning path (more than 100 hours per year)
- Defined career plan, with annual reviews and real growth opportunities.
- Support from day one through:
- A buddy for your integration.
- A counselor for your professional development throughout your entire career.
Hiring process
1 interview
- Interviews can mix in-person, phone and video contact.
- You may be asked to complete a written or online assessment.
About EY
EY is one of the world's largest professional services firms, operating in over 150 countries with more than 300,000 employees. The firm provides assurance, tax, consulting, and strategy services to a wide range of industries, from financial services to technology and public sector. In Spain, EY operates through its main offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as regional offices in cities like Málaga, Sevilla, and Valencia, and a significant Global Delivery Services (GDS) hub that supports clients across Europe and beyond.
For international professionals, EY Spain offers a dynamic and multicultural work environment, with many roles in areas like cybersecurity, financial crime, sustainability, and technology consulting. The GDS Spain operations, particularly in hybrid and on-site roles, often require English and sometimes German or Portuguese, making them accessible to non-Spanish speakers. EY is known for its strong focus on professional development, global mobility opportunities, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in Spain.
- Industry
- Consulting
- Founded
- 1989
- Employees
- 300,000+
- Headquarters
- London, UK
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga and 2 more
- Website
- ey.com
Good to know if you are moving
- EY Spain has a large Global Delivery Services (GDS) hub, with many roles in English, and some requiring German or Portuguese, making it accessible for international candidates.
- Offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, Sevilla, and Valencia provide opportunities across various regions of Spain.
- EY offers structured career development programs and global mobility opportunities, which can be beneficial for professionals seeking international experience.
- Many roles in Spain are hybrid, offering flexibility between remote and office work.
- EY is a top employer for recent graduates, with numerous entry-level and internship positions in consulting, audit, and tax.
In their own words
About the company & team
At EY, we shape the future with confidence.
At EY you will find much more than a job: a real opportunity to grow, learn, and make your mark at a global leading firm.
In Spain, we are around 7,000 professionals, present in 15 offices, and part of a global network of more than 400,000 people working every day with a common purpose: Building a Better Working World.
At EY, we drive careers with impact, structured development, and continuous learning.
We shape the future with confidence, through people and technology.
#ShapeTheFutureWithConfidence #EYCareers #BuildingABetterWorkingWorld
- A dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive environment.
- Opportunity to work with global and multidisciplinary teams.
- Constant expansion of your professional network at a leading firm.
Additional information
- Participation in social commitment initiatives through the EY Foundation and our own Social Impact programs in Spain.
- Real commitment to sustainability, diversity, and corporate responsibility.
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