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Corporate M&A Trainee

Hogan Lovells entry full-time

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Description

We are seeking a trainee to join our Corporate M&A team, which advises prominent German and foreign companies on exciting and varied mergers and acquisitions transactions, including national and international Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, and transformations.

As a trainee, you will have diverse development opportunities through our HLC Next trainee program, which includes personal mentoring, training on the job, support in preparing for the second state examination, practice insights, interactive skills trainings, and numerous networking events.

Responsibilities:

  • Working on corporate M&A transactions, including due diligence, contract review, and negotiation
  • Collaborating with partners and associates on complex corporate governance matters
  • Conducting research and analysis on industry trends and developments

Requirements:

  • At least a satisfactory first state examination or completed part of the first state examination at a German university
  • Interest in economic relationships and processes
  • Very good English language skills
  • The scientific work can also be carried out as part of a doctorate or legal clerkship

What we offer:

  • Diverse development opportunities through our trainee program
  • Flat hierarchies and a appreciative and entrepreneurial working atmosphere
  • Employee networks, such as Pride+, Global Ability Inclusion Network, or women's networks
  • Various events on technical, social, and economic topics
  • Extensive wellbeing offers

We value a culture of appreciation and diversity in our law firm and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/worldview, disability, age, or sexual orientation/identity.

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