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Private Equity Lawyer

Hogan Lovells mid full-time

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Description

We are seeking a Private Equity Lawyer to join our dynamic team in Hamburg or Munich. As part of our Private Equity practice group, you will work closely with colleagues from our international offices and various departments, including finance, tax, antitrust, and regulatory law.

Our Private Equity team advises leading national and international financial investors and companies on complex private equity and M&A transactions, from strategic investments to buy-outs and exits.

As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on significant transactions, contribute to the development of our practice, and collaborate with experienced lawyers from around the world.

We offer:

  • Individualised training and development through our HLC Lead & Learn program, including international training modules
  • Flat hierarchies and a collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment
  • Active involvement in global industry sectors
  • Employee networks, such as Pride+, Global Ability Inclusion Network, and women's networks
  • Various events on professional, social, and economic topics
  • Comprehensive wellbeing programs

Ideally, you have:

  • Two excellent German bar exams
  • Strong English language skills
  • Enjoyment of challenging legal work
  • At least two years of professional experience
  • Experience in private equity/M&A is desirable
  • A PhD or LL.M. degree from an English-speaking country is not required but is considered a valuable additional qualification

We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation/identity.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • PhD or LL.M.
  • Experience in private equity/M&A
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