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Trainee Lawyer

Hogan Lovells entry full-time

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Description

We are seeking a trainee lawyer to join our team in Germany. As a trainee lawyer, you will have the opportunity to work on complex international and national M&A and joint venture transactions, public takeovers, and corporate reorganisations.

Our ideal candidate has completed at least part of their first state examination in law at a German university, has good English language skills, and is interested in challenging legal work.

We offer:

  • Diverse development opportunities through our HLC Next trainee programme, including personal mentoring, training on the job, and support with preparing for the second state examination
  • Flat hierarchies and a collaborative, entrepreneurial working atmosphere
  • Employee networks, such as Pride+ and women's networks
  • Various events on specialist, social, and economic topics
  • Extensive wellbeing offers

Responsibilities:

  • Work on complex corporate transactions, including M&A and joint ventures
  • Collaborate with colleagues on corporate reorganisations and public takeovers
  • Develop your skills through our trainee programme

Requirements:

  • At least a satisfactory grade in the first state examination in law
  • Good English language skills
  • Interest in challenging legal work and creative thinking
  • Ability to work in an international team
  • Willingness to learn and develop your skills

We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Second state examination
  • Promotionsbegleitend
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