Senior Lawyer - Corporate M&A - Brussels M/V/X

Description de l'entreprise

Our client is a leading independent business law firm with offices in Brussels and abroad. With more than 100 lawyers from over 20 nationalities, it combines top-tier legal expertise with an international mindset.
The Corporate & Commercial department, which includes the M&A team (about ten lawyers), is known for its entrepreneurial culture and strong market reputation.
The firm has an inclusive, friendly workplace - regular team lunches, internal knowledge sessions, sports teams, social events, and annual trips all contribute to a collegial and engaging atmosphere.

Description de la fonction

Your responsibilities as Senior Lawyer in the Corporate M&A Team:

• Leading and executing complex M&A transactions from start to finish, including share and asset deals, restructurings, joint ventures, and private equity transactions.
• Advising clients on all aspects of corporate law, including governance, shareholder relations, and transactional strategy.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of corporate and transactional documents such as SPAs, term sheets, and due diligence reports.
• Managing due diligence processes, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Acting as a trusted advisor by providing practical, business-oriented legal advice tailored to each client's strategic objectives.
• Supervising and coaching junior lawyers, reviewing their work, and contributing to their professional development through knowledge sharing and feedback.
• Collaborating closely with partners and counsels, taking initiative to identify issues and propose solutions proactively.
• Participating in client meetings and negotiations, ensuring high-quality delivery and maintaining long-term client relationships.
• Engaging in internal knowledge sharing, including presenting updates on recent legal developments or contributing to internal training sessions.

Profil

A successful Lawyer in Corporate M&A should have:

• Belgian-qualified lawyer with strong academic credentials.
• 4 -8 years of experience in Corporate Law and M&A, gained at a reputable law firm or in-house.
• Native-level Dutch, fluent in English, and good command of French (able to interact with clients).
• Entrepreneurial mindset, capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• An LL.M. from an English-speaking university is a strong plus.
• Looking for a non-hierarchical, collegial, and international work environment.

Compétences linguistiques

• Français (atout)

  • Comprendre : Expérimenté - (C1)
  • Écrire : Expérimenté - (C1)
  • Lire : Expérimenté - (C1)
  • Parler : Expérimenté - (C1)

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