Knowledge Lawyer (m/f/d) – EU Capital Markets and Listed Companies

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Lawyer specializing in Capital Markets and EU Listed Company regulation. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic Global Transactions practice, focusing on key areas such as the Prospectus Regulation and Market Abuse Regulation. You will provide essential insights into EU regulatory developments, translating them into actionable initiatives for clients. Join a forward-thinking firm that values diversity and inclusion, and contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of capital markets in Europe. This is a unique chance to leverage your expertise and make a significant difference in a collaborative environment.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified lawyer with expertise in capital markets and EU regulations.
• Proven experience in transactional practices focusing on equity and debt.

Aufgaben

• Deliver EU capital markets knowhow to enhance efficiency and minimize risk.
• Monitor EU regulatory developments relevant to capital markets.

Kenntnisse

Capital Markets Expertise

EU Listed Company Regulation

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

Legal Research

Ausbildung

Qualified Lawyer with First and Second State Exams

Post-Graduate Degree (for Brussels)

Doctorate (optional)

Jobbeschreibung

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Lawyer with expertise in Capital Markets and EU Listed Company regulation to be a member of our highly successful Global Transactions practice and our global Knowledge function. This position is based in Germany (Frankfurt) or in Amsterdam, Brussels or Madrid.

Role summary

The role will focus on capital markets (debt and/or equity) and EU listed company regulation, working with practitioners across the global practice (and principally within the EU). Examples of areas within the role’s remit include the Prospectus Regulation, the Market Abuse Regulation, Shareholders’ Rights, Corporate Sustainability Reporting and Due Diligence, and Transparency Directives, EU Green Bond Standard, etc.

You will deliver EU capital markets and listed company knowhow to lawyers in our Continental European practice to maximise efficiency and minimise risk in line with business priorities. You'll monitor and provide expert insights into EU regulatory developments that are relevant to the European capital markets and to companies with a debt and/or equity listing in the EU, understanding what these developments mean for our clients and practice (including in the context of M&A) and translating that into client and internal facing initiatives.

Experience and qualifications

• For Amsterdam: Completed legal studies, a qualifying degree (e.g. lawyer, specialist lawyer or doctorate)
• For Brussels: In addition to your Belgian law degree, a post-graduate degree is an asset
• For Madrid: Completed lawyer degree (with first-class academic records)
• For Germany: Qualified lawyer (with first and second state exams) with top-class academic qualifications
• Proven academic achievement along with intellectual acumen
• A high level of relevant successful experience as a fee earner or a knowledge lawyer/professional support lawyer in a transactional practice with a focus on capital markets (equity and/or debt) and corporate listings within the EU.

Inclusion

Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered on the basis of their merit alone. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the Republic of Ireland and providing the firm with evidence of that right prior to employment commencing.

Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer. We ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer: we make decisions on a case-by-case basis and take a number of factors into account (e.g. the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence). You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision.

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