Senior Legal Counsel
Meet Our Recruiter
Luke Ashley
About the Role
Senior Legal Counsel M&A
Location: Berlin
A role that inspires you
Our client is seeking an experienced and driven legal professional to lead complex corporate transactions and support strategic initiatives within a dynamic, fast-growing organisation. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys working across functions, influencing business strategy, and guiding leadership through transformational deals.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead M&A transactions, joint ventures, and other strategic corporate projects from initial assessment through integration.
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Manage due diligence processes and provide clear, commercially grounded legal advice.
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Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of corporate agreements.
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Advise on structuring, governance, and compliance matters.
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Coordinate with external counsel and manage cross-border legal workflows.
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Contribute to legal operations, knowledge sharing, and process improvements.
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Partner with senior leadership on strategic business initiatives.
Your Profile
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Fully qualified lawyer with at least 3 years’ experience in corporate or M&A law.
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Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal project management skills.
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Experience in cross-border transactions preferred.
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Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus.
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Pragmatic, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced setting.
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Commercially minded with an interest in strategy, operations, or innovation.
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Background in regulated sectors is an advantage but not essential.
What’s on Offer
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Direct exposure to senior leadership and high-value projects.
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Hybrid working model with flexible hours.
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Supportive and collaborative environment with flat hierarchies.
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28 vacation days plus public holidays.
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Competitive compensation and a modern, tech-enabled workspace.