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Referendare (m/w/d) Private-Equity-Team

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Description

We are seeking ambitious and motivated individuals to join our Private-Equity team in Frankfurt as Referendare (m/w/d) from January 2027.

Our Private-Equity practice advises on large and mid-cap investments across the entire value chain, from acquisition to exit. We work with leading private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds, and infrastructure funds on complex international transactions.

Your tasks:

  • Work on national and international private equity transactions in the large and mid-cap sectors
  • Support on corporate acquisitions, joint ventures, mergers, and transactions in regulated markets
  • Contribute to portfolio and buy-out transactions throughout the investment cycle
  • Assist with corporate restructuring and development of group and participation structures
  • Provide input on strategic decisions and corporate governance issues

What we offer:

  • Challenging and varied work in an international environment
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Direct involvement in team projects and demanding mandates from day one
  • Targeted training and promotion during the referendariat
  • Participation in our 'Colleagues of Tomorrow' program with workshops, networking events, and courses

Requirements:

  • Excellent academic performance, particularly in law
  • Strong understanding of economic principles
  • Very good English language skills
  • Personality, teamwork, and motivation

Skills

Required

  • English
  • complex transactions
  • problem-solving
  • teamwork
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