General Counsel Location: Berlin
We are seeking an experienced legal professional to lead all legal matters with a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), ensuring strategic alignment with business goals and regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the organisation’s legal function, advising executive leadership and managing internal legal teams.
Provide expert oversight on all legal aspects of M&A transactions, from due diligence to post-closing integration, ensuring compliance and managing risks.
Develop and maintain legal strategies that support business growth while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
Oversee dispute resolution and litigation processes, crafting proactive legal strategies.
Serve as a key advisor to senior executives and the board on legal issues, especially those tied to corporate transactions and structural changes.
Design and implement internal compliance frameworks, including legal training and policy development.
Your Background:
Fully qualified lawyer in Germany or US.
Fluent in both German and English, with excellent communication skills.
At least 7–10 years of professional experience in M&A or corporate law.