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Job Overview
In this position you will be part of a young, unconventional law firm that focuses on Venture Capital, M&A and Corporate work. The role is based in Berlin but we encourage candidates from all German locations as well.
Responsibilities
* Advise leading VC funds, start‑ups and corporates on capital‑raising, secondary transactions, convertible‑debt and other venture‑capital related deals.
* Provide transaction‑and corporate‑law counsel to start‑ups and companies in the FinTech, AI, Mobility, Energy, Circular Economy and Resilience sectors.
* Handle M&A transactions, particularly exit transactions of VC‑financed companies and private‑equity deals.
* Execute corporate reorganisation projects, including SE transformation in cooperation with the corporate‑law team.
* Work on share‑and‑capital‑law matters and IPO readiness.
* Structure employee‑participation programmes.
Qualifications
* Extensive experience in corporate, venture‑capital or M&A legal practice.
* Completed your exam with distinction.
* Preferred additional qualifications such as a Promotion or LL.M.
* Strong economic awareness, creative legal problem solving and meticulous work style.
* Fluency in English, preferably trained abroad.
* Tech affinity – legal‑tech, AI or digital‑research tools – a major plus.
Benefits
* Training on the job with early client contact.
* Regular feedback within a culture that values open communication.
* Ongoing professional development through the “YBrains” programme and partnerships with the Bucerius Center.
* Access to the AI Legal Club for AI education and practical case development.
* Comprehensive well‑being programme, including OpenUp support, Urban Sports Club and EGYM Wellpass.
* Hybrid work model – flexible working from home or from one of YPOG’s offices.
* Modern office environment with ergonomic furniture, high‑quality hardware and rapid cloud‑based tools.
* Team‑building and company events – e.g. summer and Christmas parties, retreats.
* Clear career progression across seniority levels.
Contact
Questions? Reach the People + Culture Team at karriere@ypog.law.
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