M&A / Governance lawyer M/F

BEL; France; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading international agri-food company in France is seeking a M&A/Governance Lawyer to join its expanding Legal Affairs Department. This role involves coordinating M&A projects, drafting contractual documentation, and participating in governance meetings. Ideal candidates will have a Master II in business law/DJCE and 2 to 5 years of M&A experience. Strong drafting skills and excellent business English are essential for success. This is an opportunity to contribute to a sustainable company project.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in M&A and/or private equity.
• Law firm experience preferred.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and synthesis abilities.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate M&A projects and oversee operational aspects.
• Assist in structuring and development of projects.
• Conduct and supervise due diligence.
• Draft and review contractual documentation.
• Participate in negotiations.

Connaissances

M&A project management

Legal analysis

Contract drafting

Interpersonal skills

Business English

Formation

Master II in business law/DJCE

Description du poste

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision‑making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri‑food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

#IWorkForAllForGood

LOCATION AND START DATE

Position based in Suresnes.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Bel's Legal Affairs Department is expanding its team dedicated to M&A transactions and governance by recruiting a M&A/Governance Lawyer.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Group's Legal Manager for M&A, Governance and corporate matters, you will be involved internationally in a variety of transactional matters, such as acquisitions, equity investments, partnerships, disposals, and reorganizations.

Your responsibilities for M&A will include:

• Carrying out M&A projects in coordination with relevant teams (M&A strategy, finance, Bel Ventures, etc.) and overseeing operational aspects;
• Assisting in the structuring and development of projects together with other functions (finance, tax), and analyzing legal aspects;
• Conducting and supervising due diligence with support from external advisors (lawyers, financial and accounting advisors);
• Drafting and/or reviewing all contractual documentation (NDAs, letters of intent, term sheets, framework agreements, share purchase agreements and warranty agreements, service agreements, etc.) with external counsel support;
• Participating in negotiations;
• Managing signing and closing processes, interim periods, and post-closing matters;
• Overseeing and managing warranty claims;
• Supervising and managing the work of external legal advisors;
• Monitoring legal developments on contract and M&A-related issues.

Your responsibilities for Governance will include:

• Participating in the preparation of group-level governance meetings (Board meetings, Committees, General Meetings).
• Overseeing JV governance in accordance with negotiated agreements, maintaining close collaboration with the business teams and JV directors (defining relevant agendas, organizing and conducting board and shareholder meetings, drafting meeting minutes, and ensuring compliance with all required formalities).
• Participating in various corporate law projects of the Group companies (We Share and other employee shareholding programs, legal reorganizations, etc.)
• Preparing all relevant recommendations on corporate law, governance, and M&A matters in support of strategic decision implementation.

PROFILE

• You hold a Master II in business law/DJCE and (ideally) the French Bar qualification, with 2 to 5 years of experience in M&A and/or private equity. Law firm experience would be a plus.
• Highly rigorous and organized, you are skilled at handling complex, cross‑border matters in a highly confidential environment and managing the time pressures inherent to transactional operations.
• You are autonomous, dynamic, and responsive, with excellent drafting, analytical, and synthesis abilities.
• You have strong business acumen and are able to act as a true business partner to your internal stakeholders.
• You are a team player with excellent interpersonal skills, enabling you to interact effectively with a wide range of counterparts (senior management, operational teams, external advisors) in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent business English, both written and spoken, is required.

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