Baker Tilly Law Belgium is the law firm integrated within the broader Baker Tilly group, an established advisory firm in accountancy, audit, corporate finance and legal services (Top 10 world wide). Baker Tilly Law Belgium assists national and international clients with their legal issues, making use of the expansive network of the Baker Tilly group allowing them to provide a very broad and integrated service.
The Baker Tilly Law Belgium team counts almost 20 professionals, including lawyers, consultants and paralegals. The firm has recently been recognised as a “firm to watch” by Legal 500 and is expanding rapidly, both nationally and internationally, as part of a global network that brings together top-tier law firms from around the world.
What’s in it for you?
- A strategic role within a young and fast-growing law firm with international presence;
- The opportunity to take a key position in the development of the firm’s M&A practice;
- Exposure to both national and cross-border transactions, ranging from SME deals to mid-market transactions with international scope
- Close collaboration with seasoned professionals across different disciplines (corporate finance, tax, accountancy etc.);
- A unique client base whose needs lie at the intersection of legal and financial matters;
- Flexible working conditions;
- Real career growth opportunities;
- Competitive remuneration package with a significant bonus potential.
What your future may hold
As a Senior Associate M&A, you will act as a strategic partner to clients and internal stakeholders in complex transactions.
- You provide full legal support on M&A matters (LOI, SPA, due diligence, restructuring, etc.);
- You draft and review various legal documents and contracts, such as shareholder’s agreements, sale & purchase agreements, merger proposals,…;
- You participate in negotiations and represent clients throughout the entire deal cycle;
- You take initiative in expanding and strengthening the firm’s M&A services;
- You collaborate closely with your colleagues of the legal team (both lawyers and legal consultants) and other experts in corporate finance, taxation and accountancy;
- You manage legacy clients and build your own network.
Your skillset
- Master of Laws degree, preferably with an additional master or specialisation in corporate law;
- Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in M&A; either as a lawyer or consultant, or in-house;
- Fluent in Dutch or French, with a solid command of the second national language. You are also strong in English, and you can handle client interactions in all three languages;
- You are hands-on, strategic and show maturity in your way of working;
- You thrive both independently and in a team setting;
- You combine legal excellence with pragmatic thinking and a no-nonsense, client-oriented attitude.
Our Client
Baker Tilly Law Belgium is the law firm integrated within the broader Baker Tilly group, an established advisory firm in accountancy, audit, corporate finance and legal services (Top 10 world wide). Baker Tilly Law Belgium assists national and international clients with their legal issues, making use of the expansive network of the Baker Tilly group allowing them to provide a very broad and integrated service.
The Baker Tilly Law Belgium team counts almost 20 professionals, including lawyers, consultants and paralegals. The firm has recently been recognised as a “firm to watch” by Legal 500 and is expanding rapidly, both nationally and internationally, as part of a global network that brings together top-tier law firms from around the world.
Interested?
Apply immediately via the website or contact Diether Vandenbussche for more information.
Contact Diether by mail: diether.vandenbussche@youconnect.be or call +32 477 22 95 52.
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