Linklaters LLP has one of the world’s leading Corporate practices. Our specialists provide expertise on the full range of M&A work, including cross-border, multi-jurisdictional and domestic deals, auctions, joint ventures and disposals, on behalf of corporates, investment banks or private equity houses. They also handle corporate reorganisations, mergers and demergers, corporate governance issues, hostile bid and defence planning and the full range of public securities issues. Key responsibilities and challenges Technical Assists and advise clients on corporate and/or financial transactions. Works on a wide range of domestic and international transactions including acquisitions, reorganisations, cross-border mergers, equity restructurings and financing/refinancing transactions Takes initial instructions internally or externally, delegating where appropriate Demonstrates familiarity with relevant market standards and precedents Drafts with reference to the legal and commercial arguments, writing succinctly, objectively and logically. Client Relationship Management Takes a lead role in advising the client Provides commercial and legal advice to the client Demonstrates thorough market knowledge to identify current trends and concerns in relevant industry sectors. Able to present ideas to the client to resolve current market issues and anticipate potential problems Work Management Supervises team and demonstrates control (particularly of documentation) through effective delegation Co-ordinates, coaches and monitors the work of others to facilitate achievement of objectives Manages meetings effectively by setting clear objectives and agendas and encourages other’s participation Exercises financial discipline. Records time accurately and in accordance with the firm’s guidelines and guides junior lawyers Develops and participates in group projects and initiatives including marketing and know-how projects Debriefs at the end of a matter or at other appropriate stages. Business Development Networking with clients to capitalise on new business opportunities Contributes to quality know-how and transaction bibles and their upkeep Contributes to client pitches and attends pitches where appropriate Actively shares insights gained from client interactions.  Working with Others Quickly establishes constructive and collaborative working relationships Makes yourself available, acting as a sounding board for colleagues, calling out inappropriate behaviour and facilitating flow of communication between team and other parts of the firm Inspires confidence and respect of others through all interactions Communicates effectively, adapts communication style in recognition of diverse working styles and different pressure points Energy and commitment, with a flexible and proactive approach Appreciative of the culturally diverse environment in which the firm operates.  Knowledge & Learning Delivers practice specific training to develop junior associates Regularly gives and seeks clear performance feedback to/from others Contributes to development of necessary precedents and know-how, and shares knowledge and learning with others Mentors less experienced associates and trainees. Qualifications European qualified lawyer with outstanding academic qualifications Demonstrate minimum of 6 years of experience. Language skills Fluent in French and English; German would be an asset. We offer you An attractive salary package The opportunity to work for an ambitious international firm where communication through feedback and innovative ideas are encouraged Intellectually challenging and rewarding work within a multicultural environment where diversity and inclusion are celebrated Top-quality training and career development opportunities. Technical Skills: This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required. Job Offer Scams Be alert to fictitious job opportunity posts and offers of employment which claim to be in the name of Linklaters. We have been made aware of various recruitment-related scams which ask for upfront payments, for example, for office equipment and promise start up bonuses and reimbursement in return for such payments. These scams often involve the use of email addresses similar to a genuine domain name. Genuine emails from Linklaters only use the domain of ’@linklaters.com’. We will never ask you to make payments for office equipment or otherwise as part of our recruitment process. If you are in doubt about a job opportunity that appears to relate to our firm, please get in touch using the contact details on our careers website at www.linklaters.com/careers. Pre-joiner screening In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. Your offer will be subject to the successful completion of these checks which will be initiated following your consent. Equal Opportunities As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best experience to everyone who comes into contact with us. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual’s ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance. Specific experience requirements advertised on a role do not intend to preclude applications from candidates who may have more or less experience. Our intention is only to indicate a guideline as to the necessary skills for the role as described.