Corporate M&A | Experienced Lawyer

Corporate/M&A | Experienced Lawyer

To support the continued development of our Corporate/M&A practice, we are looking for an experienced and driven Lawyer to join our Luxembourg team.

You will be part of a team led by 2 Partners and composed of approximately 15 lawyers and professionals, offering a strong platform for client exposure, autonomy, team contribution and career development.

Your responsibilities

As an Experienced Lawyer, you will play a key role in the management and execution of complex corporate transactions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising domestic and international clients on M&A transactions, private equity deals, joint ventures, strategic alliances, corporate restructurings and general corporate law matters;
• Leading or actively managing transaction workstreams, from structuring and due diligence to negotiation, signing and closing;
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating key transaction documents, including share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, investment agreements, disclosure documentation and related corporate documents;
• Advising clients on corporate governance, shareholder matters, board issues, corporate housekeeping and day-to-day company law questions;
• Managing legal due diligence processes, coordinating teams and ensuring high-quality delivery within transaction timelines;
• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including Tax, Funds, Banking & Finance, Employment and Regulatory specialists;
• Coordinating with CMS offices and external advisers on multi-jurisdictional matters;
• Participating actively in client meetings, negotiations and strategic discussions;
• Providing clear, practical and business-oriented legal advice to clients;
• Supervising, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior lawyers;
• Contributing to internal knowledge management, training initiatives and team organization;
• Supporting the development of client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.

Your profile

• You hold a Master’s degree in Law;
• You are admitted to the Luxembourg Bar;
• You have 4 to 8 years of completed experience in Corporate/M&A within a leading Luxembourg or international law firm;
• You have a solid track record in domestic and cross-border transactions;
• You are able to manage significant parts of transactions with autonomy and confidence;
• You possess excellent drafting, negotiation and transaction management skills;
• You combine strong technical expertise with a pragmatic and commercial approach;
• You are client-focused and comfortable dealing directly with senior stakeholders;
• You demonstrate leadership, reliability and sound judgement;
• You enjoy mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the development of the team;
• You are fluent in English and French, both written and spoken;
• Knowledge of German and/or Luxembourgish would be considered an asset.

What we offer

• The opportunity to join one of Luxembourg’s leading Corporate/M&A teams in a high-quality international law firm.
• Direct involvement in sophisticated, strategic and often multi-jurisdictional transactions.
• A strong level of autonomy and responsibility, with real visibility within the team and towards clients.
• Close collaboration with recognised partners and specialists across multiple practice areas.
• The opportunity to help train and develop junior lawyers.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to business development, publications, seminars and client initiatives.
• Continuous legal and professional training, locally and internationally.
• Access to the CMS international network, cross-border matters and sector-focused expertise.
• A competitive remuneration package and attractive benefits.

If you wish to join a dynamic law firm, please do not hesitate to apply by sending us your CV via hr@cms-dblux.com

Please note that, should your application be successful, the recruitment process will include the provision of a recent extract from your criminal record (casier judiciaire).

All applications and information provided will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.