Senior Legal Counsel M&A (m / f / d) – Munich
Location: Munich, Germany
Position: Senior Legal Counsel Mergers & Acquisitions
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Our client, a leading international company, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel M&A to join its Munich-based legal team. In this high-impact role, you will advise on complex international transactions and strategic projects, working closely with senior management, corporate development, and external advisors.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage legal aspects of M&A transactions, joint ventures, and other strategic investments.
* Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation including SPAs, shareholder agreements, NDAs, and term sheets.
* Support post-merger integration and restructuring activities.
* Advise on corporate law, governance, and compliance topics relating to M&A and group structure.
* Liaise with external counsel and coordinate cross-border legal teams.
* Provide proactive, business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders.
Requirements
* Fully qualified lawyer (2nd German State Exam) with excellent academic credentials.
* Minimum 6+ years of professional experience in M&A, ideally gained within a leading law firm and/or international in-house legal department.
* Strong understanding of corporate and transaction law in Germany and internationally.
* Fluency in German and English (both written and spoken).
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
* A pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset and ability to work effectively in a global, fast-paced environment.
The Offer
* Work in an international, innovative environment with a strong deal pipeline.
* Opportunity to take ownership of strategic transactions and advise senior leadership.
* Competitive compensation package and flexible working arrangements.
* Collaborative, supportive legal team with flat hierarchies.
#J-18808-Ljbffr