Corporate M&A - Trainee

Withers; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Withers seeks a trainee to join the Corporate team and gain hands-on experience in commercial, corporate and M&A matters. You will assist with drafting commercial agreements and transaction documents, and support the team on domestic and cross-border transactions.

The role offers exposure to acquisitions, investments, disposals and ongoing corporate matters, helping you develop technical and commercial skills while working with clients across borders.

Qualifications

• Law degree with excellent academic record (not less than 102/110).
• English proficiency at C1 level; Italian/English communication skills required.
• Experience in Corporate department is an advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication in Italian and English.
• Strong IT skills (Word & Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting commercial agreements and transaction documents.
• Support on domestic and cross-border M&A matters.
• Prepare high-quality drafts of corporate documentation.
• Assist due diligence activities.

Skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Law degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

About Withers

A law firm focused on people and collaboration. For the past 130 years, Withers has supported some of the world’s most remarkable people and organisations at defining moments in their lives. We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle many of the world’s problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, looking after their family, involved in a complex dispute or protecting their finances for the future. To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. We are agile, focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy. It is a truly flexible working culture that puts people first. Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.

The role

As part of the Corporate team, the trainee will gain hands-on experience in a wide range of commercial, corporate and M&A matters. They will work alongside experienced lawyers, assisting with the drafting of commercial agreements and transaction documents, and supporting the team on domestic and cross-border transactions. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical and commercial skills while working with corporate, family office and individual clients on acquisitions, investments, disposals and day-to-day corporate matters.

The successful candidate will support the team in the preparation of high-quality drafts of commercial and corporate documentation and assist on M&A and commercial transactions, including due diligence activities.

The Essentials

• Law degree required with excellent academic record (not less than 102/110)
• Previous experience within a Corporate department would be considered an advantage
• English proficiency equal to a C1 is a must
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in Italian and English
• Experience abroad for academic or professional purposes is an asset
• Enthusiastic and engaged attitude with excellent people skills and a good, clear communication style
• Teamwork is vital and you will often work alongside with colleagues in our overseas offices
• Strong IT skills (e.g. Word & Excel)

Information for Recruitment Agencies

Withers endeavours to recruit and fill vacancies directly. However, when we do need to engage with agencies, Withers operates a preferred supplier list and will not be accepting unsolicited applications from non-PSL agencies for this role.

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement

It is the policy of Withers to provide equal opportunities for all employees in relation to recruitment, training and promotion. Decisions in these areas will be made only by reference to the requirements of the job and shall not be influenced by any consideration of ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability.