Associate - Corporate/M&A

AKD is a leading Benelux law firm with offices in Brussels, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. With a team of 450 committed lawyers, tax lawyers and staff, we deliver high quality legal services based on a full-service approach. Our client base varies from large multinational companies to family-owned businesses, from financial institutions to high net worth individuals, and from the semi-public sector to listed entities. We have a pragmatic approach to business issues and provide tailored solutions for a variety of client needs by taking current legal, economic and political reality into account.

For our office in Luxembourg we are looking for an Associate Corporate Lawyer.

In our Luxembourg office, we count around 40 employees. You can define our culture as informal, hardworking but personal and sociable people who are easy to connect with!

The Corporate team in Luxembourg covers a broad range of corporate matters including M&A, corporate finance, private equity, reorganizations, and corporate governance. As well as getting a variety of quality work, associates in the team also benefit from the knowledge and experience from a leading Benelux law firm.

In addition to working independently, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside corporate, banking and finance, tax and fund lawyers advising and assisting clients in M&A and private equity transactions, lending programs, corporate governance matters and the set-up of corporate structures.

Our ideal candidate

• would have extensive international corporate experience (3-5 years) in M&A and private equity, gained at a major international law firm;

• a Law degree and admission to the Luxembourg Bar (Liste I preferred);

• is a team player, works efficiently with an entrepreneurial and commercial approach;

• has strong communication skills, adaptation skills, and problem-solving abilities;

• is fluent in English and French (other foreign languages being an asset).

Responsibilities

• Leading and Managing Transactions: Overseeing M&A and private equity deals from start to finish, coordinating all aspects of negotiations, structuring, and execution.

• Providing Strategic Legal Advice: Advising clients on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters with a strong focus on international transactions.

• Drafting and Reviewing Complex Agreements: Preparing and analyzing transaction documents, shareholder agreements, financing arrangements, and corporate restructurings.

• Working Across Teams: Collaborating with specialists in corporate, banking and finance, tax, litigation and funds to ensure seamless service for clients.

• Client Relationship Management: Acting as a key contact for clients, understanding their commercial needs, and providing tailored legal solutions.

What do we offer you?

Working at AKD means being part of an inspiring, collegial, and ambitious environment. The bar is set high, but there is plenty of room for collaboration, personal development, and a good work-life balance.

Enthusiastic?

We look forward to receiving your application!

Diversity and inclusion

At AKD, we believe it is important that everyone can be themselves and continue to grow. We believe in the power of different perspectives and work together to build an open and engaged work environment.