Senior Corporate Associate – British Virgin Islands

Agnew O'Brien Global Legal Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

We are working with a prestigious offshore firm in the British Virgin Islands that seeks a talented corporate lawyer (c.4–6 PQE) to join its expanding practice. This position offers the opportunity to assume a key role within a respected, internationally active team while enjoying the benefits of life in a leading Caribbean jurisdiction.

The firm advises a sophisticated global client base — including multinational corporations, financial institutions, private equity houses, and HNWI's — on a broad spectrum of corporate and finance matters. Areas of focus include cross-border M&A, capital markets, banking and finance, private equity, investment funds, and fintech, including digital asset-related transactions.

This is a strategic hire, suited to an ambitious individual seeking greater responsibility and the chance to develop a long-term career within a market-leading offshore platform. You will work on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters alongside some of the best-regarded lawyers in the sector.

Candidate Requirements:

1. Common law qualified (BVI or England & Wales admission preferred).
2. Strong academic background and training.
3. 4–6 years’ post-qualification experience in high-value corporate transactions, ideally within a leading onshore or offshore firm.
4. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client-handling skills.
5. Confident operating in a fast-paced, international environment.

What’s on Offer:

1. A high-impact role with direct client exposure.
2. Competitive, tax-efficient remuneration.
3. Exceptional quality of life in the BVI.
4. Genuine career development within a supportive and collaborative culture.

If you're a high-performing corporate lawyer seeking to elevate your career with an international move, this role offers the ideal platform. Whether you're looking for increased responsibility, broader cross-border exposure, or the lifestyle benefits of working in a premier offshore jurisdiction, we would welcome a confidential conversation to explore how this opportunity aligns with your ambitions.

For more information, please send your CV and supporting information in confidence to [e-mail] or apply via this website.

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