Legal Counsel M&A

Job title:

Legal Counsel M&A

Company

Robert Half

Job description

Robert Half Talent Solutions is looking for a Legal Counsel M&A for our client’s dynamic and fast-paced corporate M&A team.Our client is a listed international company operating extensively in Europe and Asia, with a strong reputation as a market leader in its industry. Their organization, comprised of thousands of employees globally, recently earned recognition as a Top Employer for the fourth consecutive year.The position : Legal Counsel M&A
Our client is seeking a pragmatic and dynamic team player to join their M&A legal team, and take part in high-value international M&A transactions, corporate restructurings, and financial projects alongside internal business units and external advisors like investment banks and law firms.Key Responsibilities:In this role, you will:

• Handle international M&A transactions (e.g., acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures, divestitures) from initial structuring to closing.
• Handle due diligence processes, regulatory filings, and governance documentation related to high-stakes transactions.
• Collaborate with internal finance teams on capital markets, treasury-related matters, and projects like debt issuance, dividend distribution, and intra-group loan arrangements.
• Provide actionable legal advice to top management and brief the Executive Committee members on major legal matters.
• Select and manage relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring efficient and cost-effective legal support.
• Identify, mitigate, and resolve legal and compliance risks inherent in M&A deals.

Your Profile:The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Master of Laws degree, with excellent academic performance.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in transactional law within corporate M&A teams at top-tier law firms or equivalent in-house counsel roles. Capital markets expertise is a plus.
• Exceptional transactional skills.
• Strong legal analytical abilities and a knack for translating technical legal concepts into clear, business-oriented advice.
• A team player collaborative spirit paired with the capability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take ownership of projects.
• Full professional proficiency in English and a willingness to engage in occasional international travel.

What Our Client Offers:

• A stimulating corporate environment with room to grow professionally in its headquarters in Brussels.
• A competitive salary package, complemented by comprehensive benefits (meal vouchers, eco-vouchers, insurance plans, internet reimbursement, etc.).
• Flexibility to manage your salary through a customizable income plan.
• Up to 50% remote working options, alongside professional and personal development opportunities through an array of learning programs.
• Opportunity to join a diverse and international team of colleagues in a certified Top Workplace environment.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and work with one of the industry’s leading names? Reach out to Robert Half Talent Solutions today to learn more about this exciting opportunity and apply today!Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at .

Expected salary

Location

Brussel

Job date

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 22:00:40 GMT

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